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(left to right) Mrs Yvette Lemonias Seale, Vice President (Corporate Services) and Secretary, Caribbean Development Bank; The Premier Hon. Washington Misick; President of the Caribbean Development Bank, Dr. Hyginus 'Gene' Leon; and Deputy Premier and Minister of Finance, Trade and Investment Hon. Erwin J. Saunders-Office of the Premier photo

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The Premier of the Turks and Caicos Islands, Hon. Charles Washington Misick and President of the Caribbean Development Bank, Dr. Hyginus 'Gene' Leon- Office of the Premier photo

TCI Premier visits CDB Headquarters; meets Barbados Prime Minister Premier of the Turks and Caicos Islands Hon. Washington Misick recently led a delegation to Barbados where he met with officials of the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) and newly re-elected Prime Minister for Barbados, Hon. Mia Mottley.

Hon. Misick, who is the incumbent Chairman of the Board of Governors of CDB, addressed staff during his first official visit since accepting chairmanship in September last year.

His visit also comes ahead of the 52nd Annual Meeting of CDB’s Board of Governors which the Turks and Caicos Islands is set to host in June.

An official communiqué, the government said Misick and his

delegation which included the Deputy Premier and Minister for Finance, Trade and Investment, Hon. Erwin Jay Saunders and Permanent Secretary of Finance, made an official visit to the bank’s headquarters in Barbados on February 3rd and 4th ,2022.

While at CDB, the Chairman met with its President Dr Gene Leon and senior management of the Bank, including Vice-President (Corporate Services) Mrs. Yvette Lemonias Seale and Vice-President (Operations), Mr. Isaac Solomon, as well as the Strategic Advisory Team.

A range of issues including CDB’s work in the Turks and Caicos Islands and opportunities for strengthening the relationship

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between the Bank and the Borrowing Member Country was discussed during the session according to the statement.

Speaking on Chairmanship of the CDB Board of Governors, the Premier outlined climate justice, water, sewage and sanitation management and renewable energy as the priority areas of focus for the Caribbean region during his tenure as Chairman.

“As we look to the individual situations of the islands in the Caribbean Community, we ought never lose sight of the need for collaborative action. It is critical in forging innovative, sustainable and cost-effective solutions to regional challenges going forward.

It is not enough to rely only on new technologies to tackle developmental challenges and global shocks, but dialogues, sharing best practices, collaborating on strategies and programmes that are inclusive, can be the difference

in improving poor standards of living, tackling socio-economic issues and delivering equitable prosperity,” he said.

He further added, “I hope that my Chairmanship is one that cements us toward the elevation of the socio-economic standing of all our peoples and that with each successive passing of the baton we are able to ameliorate the challenges we face, break down the barriers to sustenance and selfactualization and enable a path that sees only a growth trajectory toward the vertical socio-economic mobilization of the peoples of our region.”

The territory’s leader further lauded the CDB for its continued longevity and relevance as a regional institution, he underscored the shared goal of serving and advancing the Caribbean’s development agenda.

“We have a commonality, and that is to make sure that together, we create a better environment

(left to right) Prime Minister of Barbados, Hon. Mia Mottley; and the Premier Hon.Washington Misick-Office of the Premier photo

and a better quality of life for the people that we all work for.

Whether we are politicians or whether we are technicians, we all have an obligation to do the best that we can for the people…” he stated.

While in Barbados, the Premier and Deputy Premier made an official visit to the Office of the newly re-elected Prime Minister for Barbados, Hon. Mia Mottley.

Mottley recently won all 30 seats repeating her clean sweep of 2018, was returned for a second term as Prime minister of Barbados.

Mottley, who commented on the visit on her Facebook page said; “It was a pleasure to welcome the Hon. Charles Washington Misick…Premier of the Turks & Caicos Islands and Mrs. Misick; the Hon. E. Jay Saunders, Deputy Premier and Minister of Finance, Investment and Trade; and his delegation who are visiting Barbados on Government business.”

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$50,000 allocated to help fight crime The Government has allocated an additional $50,000 to address the recent uptick in crime across the Turks and Caicos Islands.

The funds, which were part of the Supplementary Revised Estimates of Expenditure for Financial Year 2021/2022, will go towards “enhanced policing initiatives” to further reduce the incidents of serious crimes.

This is according to Deputy Premier and Minister of Finance Hon. Erwin Jay Saunders, who told the House of Assembly this week, that his “government refuses to accept that the current crime level is here to stay”.

“We acknowledge that crime remains a significant challenge in the country, across the region, and around the world.”

Minister Saunders said his government is committed to

Deputy Premier and Minister of Finance Hon. Erwin Jay Saunders

making the necessary resources available to allow our police force to disrupt the status quo of those

who want to engage in criminal activities in the TCI “This recent surge in crime is

being met by an ever-greater force, which is manifested in our resolve to combat it.

“Our government will not accept a surge in crime as a new norm.

“Mr. Speaker, our government has pledged to protect our people, and we will ensure that they are protected.

“And that’s why we have made a provision in this supplementary to bolster the crime-fighting programme.

“I am happy to hear that a portion of the funds is being used to take unlicensed firearms off the streets and out of our communities, through a Gun Amnesty Program, which will be rolled out in a few weeks.

“I can guarantee you that as long as there are unlicensed firearms on our streets, we will continue to make the necessary funds available for these sorts of programmers.”

The Finance Minister stressed that when it comes to addressing crime, “our resolve is strong, and we will back that up with the necessary funding.”

Commissioner of Police, Trevor Botting at a recent press conference disclosed that from April 2021 to December 2021, there were 1,235 crimes, an increase of 24 crimes (2%) compared to the same period in 2020.

In his breakdown of the stats, Botting explained that there were 184 serious crimes, a reduction in 63 crimes (25%) compared to the same period the year before.

Notwithstanding the 25% reduction in serious crimes, Commissioner Botting stated that “Whilst positive, we of course remain concerned about the increase in aggravated burglaries and firearms offenses...”

PLS Airport does not match TCI’s 5-star tourism brand – Deputy Premier THE Providenciales International Airport in its current state does not “ match” the Turks and Caicos Islands 5-star tourism brand.

This is according to Deputy Premier and Minister of Finance, Investment and Trade, Hon. Erwin Jay Saunders, who says upgrading the Providenciales International Airport is a “flagship capital priority” for the Progressive National Party (PNP) government.

He said: “Mr. Speaker, we are committed to delivering, with the new Providenciales International Airport, the best travel experience in this region, if not the world.

Saunders made these remarks during a House of Assembly meeting on Monday, February 7, during his presentation of the Supplementary Appropriation (2021-2022) Bill.

He said:“Our tourist brand is 5-star, and our travel experience will be upgraded to match it.

“Mr. Speaker, as the former Chairman of the Airport Authority, you are aware that the Providenciales International Airport is barely fit for purpose.

“It has seen its better days… as is, Providenciales International Airport takes away from the 5-star experience that we want to give our visitors, as well as our returning residents.

“Upgrading the Providenciales International Airport is a significant priority for our government, actually, it is our Flagship Capital priority”, the Deputy Premier stressed.

Last year, Saunders announced the government’s intention to develop a world-class airport that will rival others in the region and accommodate the growing demand for travel to and from the destination.

As such, the government is exploring the possibility of building a new airport in Providenciales in a new location or redeveloping the existing structure.

Coupled with this, the government is also exploring options for financing and ownership of the airport, whether it will be fully owned by the government, or a public/private partnership approach will be taken, is still yet to be decided.

However, the Finance Minister said: “Internal stakeholders have advised that a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) may be the most suitable option; and whilst the internal assessments are continuing, we have made provisions to accommodate consultancy services for a legal team with expertise in PPPs to join our local team.

“Having world-class PPP

Providenciales International Airport

experts join our local legal team, will ensure that we get the best return on invest for the people’s money, and Mr. Speaker, as Minister of Finance, that’s my job”.

In the interim, to tackle short and medium term challenges at the Airport, the TCI Airports Authority (TCIAA) has been allocated $21.9 million for new and continuing capital projects in the budget for

the 2021-2022 financial year.

Of that figure, $2.3 million will go towards the completion of the TCIAA’s head office building in Providenciales to improve the working space for staff, and the purchase of furniture, fixtures and equipment for the terminal and TCIAA building.

Also, $4.5 million will go towards the construction of the providenciales control tower and

combined services building.

While $1.2 million will be for the procurement of an air-side walkway canopy, to accommodate the Covid-19 protocols that are currently in place.

To ensure that the main airports are kept up to international standards, $12 million has been allocated for maintenance on the runways at the Grand Turk and Providenciales airports.

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

IMPORTS INCREASE BY $30.6 MILLION Merchandise imports into the Turks and Caicos Islands during the first half of the 2021(January -June) totaled approximately $215.6 million, representing an increase of $30.6 million or 16.9 percent in imports when compared to the same period in 2020. This was revealed in a statistical trade report recently shared with the media by Finance, Trade & Investment Minister Honorable Erwin Jay Saunders. In a breakdown of the stats, the report compiled by the Strategic Policy and Planning Department (SPPD) and the Customs Department, disclosed that food imports increased by 17.3%, machinery and transport equipment decreased by 9.9%, while imports of beverages and tobacco recorded an increase of 22.3% and chemical Imports increased by 13.3%. A staggering 22% increase in merchandise imports from the United States was recorded for 2021.

What are your thoughts?

Need more start-up capital We need more capital for start up farmers.

We also need innovators to bring freight and vertical farming to the islands where mass scale farms can be established utilizing the latest technology.

We have a number of persons interested in farming but how can the even start.?

We need a farming co-op where interested persons can be gainfully employed in the area of farming perhaps communities can have designated places to farm.

Expanding deficit

There is an income versus expenditure problem and somehow the TCI has to find a way to stop expanding deficit.

Need to reduce the annual bill

This talk of imports into the Turks & Caicos Islands totaling $215.6 million in the first half of 2021 is a huge issue. Take the entire year and it is easily projected into over $500 million over the entire year. It presents an opportunity for the Islands to reduce that number as much as possible

when it comes to food. How much of that is food? Regarding food, it is possible that the government could assist in reducing that annual bill by at least $200 million per annum. The strategy is to invest heavily in agriculture, horticulture and animal farming.

The TCI is met in 2021 and 2022 with a global supply chain crisis which is driving inflation globally so it stands to reasons why there would be an increase in prices. This plays into the annual import bill for the TCI. The government must take action.

“Artificially” high

It is a long held view that the cost of importing goods into the TCI is artificially high. "Artificial", because the port at South Dock, Providenciales is the “victim of shallow water”. Cargo vessels are unloading twice, as main ships must stay offshore, must use smaller craft etc to unload cargoes. This has hurt the TCI for many years and fed into the idea that Provo is a high cost jurisdiction where only the rich can afford it. To deal with prices and costs, the government needs to find a new solution. Locate the main shipping port in another part of the country or Island where the drafts and the sea levels are high enough to take in larger cargo vessels. The costs will go down drastically. Any physical or national or strategic plan must be altered to take this into account.

Return to the good old days

The cost of imports into the TCI is too high.

There was a time when the Turks & Caicos Islander was “King in his own Country”. A young man growing would be taken to his fathers’ field to grow corn, ground crops and to a large extent TCI people fed themselves.

There is a need to return to those days where trade flourished between the islands of the TCI. With investment in agriculture by the government, the financing of cooperatives and credit unions, the TCI could build an inner ability to grow and market its own food supplies. The islands can then go truly organic. There is new money abounding into government coffers owing to increased demand for TCI real estate. The immediate effect of COVID and people looking for cleaner places to be. Use that new revenue to subsidize farming, fishing, the building of markets and protections for local agriculture.

With a “trade department” in place, let there be a comprehensive trade policy implement with realistic goals and objectives. It is initiatives like these that would reduce the cost of imports and the attached price of food.

Policy must change

The cost of TCI imports will have a knockon effect for the consumer. Already, TCI is paying more with increased costs of work permits. So the supermarkets are passing that increased cost onto the consumer public. To add to the pain the, current government has already planned to increase National Insurance (“NIS”) contributions.

Again, this will hurt and hurt badly. After goods are imported at unusually high prices then the cost of NIS and work permit fees must be added onto that bill. Not good at all for the cost of living and the need to fight inflation. The import bill will continue to grow. To reduce import bill, current government policy must change in favour of providing relief for the consumer. He is already paying too much. The government’s finding regarding the import is not owing to demand alone but because prices and costs are simply too high. Concrete steps must be taken to remove the hidden costs that will impact the consumer in a negative way.

Hidden taxes and high food bills because of imports must be removed.

Need for investment

There is greater pressure on the TCI to return to the days when it fed itself. These costs and import bills are unsustainable for a country that wants to be competitive in regional tourism. These costs feed directly into the cost of the tourism product and the cost of running a small island nation. .

The idea would be for the government to encourage the return of agriculture like the days when North and Middle Caicos was the breadbasket of the TCI. Clean, pure and realistically priced produce from the TCI’s garden will do well to reducing the overall cost and quality of imports. Organically grown food will enable the TCI to be more competitive. Green products while reducing costs will do the TCI well. There is need for investment from the government and the private sector into joint initiatives for funding and marketing will bring excellent returns.

Public consultation

Let's talk about the merchandise of people and how the government Immigration department delay work permit applications and cause legally immigrants to become illegal because of delays in the immigration department.

We need to be efficient in the department as it relates to processing WP applications and remove the moratorium on 1st time work permit holders. This moratorium is a barrier to entry for new start up companies.

Immigration needs to limit the number of 1st time work permit for each company to level the playing field.

This government will be a one-term administration if they continue to rule with a hard iron fist and not with a tender heart. A word to the wise is sufficient. Again where is the public consultation.

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Increasing minimum wage alone will not solve the problem – Premier Increasing the minimum wage alone will not solve the economic woes faced by citizens.

This point was driven home by Premier Hon.Charles Washington Misick, who says his government is working to improve the quality of life and the standard of living for citizens in a more holistic manner.

The high cost of living, which refers to the amount of money needed to cover basic expenses such as housing, food, taxes, and healthcare, paired with a low minimum wage has impacted the quality of life for many people in the Turks and Caicos Islands over the years.

As such, the government has acknowledged that there are sections of the society burdened by the rising prices of essential commodities and has vowed to make changes to alleviate these challenges for the common man.

However, Premier Misick said: “If we were to increase the minimum wage on its own without looking at other parts and other things that we can do, what will happen is that our inflation rate will go up because it means that you have to pay more now for everything, because the same merchants that you’re buying from

have to pay a wage.”

Misick, who was at the time responding to questions from the media about minimum wage adjustments at a national press conference on Wednesday, February 2nd, 2022 said: “The babysitter that you have to employ as a single mother, you now have to pay them the same wage you’re getting. It doesn’t really solve the problem by only increasing the minimum wage.”

He stressed that while the government is looking to adjust the minimum wage which has remained unchanged from $6.25 per hour for almost 7 years, it has to be done in tandem with other social enhancement projects.

“What I can say to you is that the government as part of an overall medium to long term solution to ensuring that a person's paycheck can buy them more, the government is looking at the possibility of an uptick in the minimum wage but that wouldn't be the only thing we would do.”

In addition to an uptick in the minimum wage, there is a whole package of social improvements/ social goods that the government is delivering to the public or to the community in order for the

Premier Hon. Washington Misick (FB Livestream photo)

pay home check to be able to go further. I cannot tell you what that wage would be but what it would not be… but I can tell you what the government will not do, the government will not just increase

minimum wage without looking at all of the moving parts that contribute to the quality of life and the standard of living of its citizens.”

According to the International Labour Organization (ILO)

the minimum wage should be complementary with standards where a person is allowed to work 48 hours at a rate to give them the ability across the board to have a decent standard of living.

HJ Robinson High to receive $54,000 upgrade for Safer Internet Day It was exciting news for the teachers and students of HJ Robinson High as Flow TCI, in collaboration with the Cable & Wireless Charitable Foundation (CWCF) and the Ministry of Education announced $54,000 in upgrades to the HJ Robinson High School in the nation’s capital, Grand Turk, to be completed by the end of the semester. The announcement coincides with the company’s annual observance of Safer Internet Day and marks the beginning of the second phase of the partnership designed to bring increased connectivity and broadband access to schools in the TCI. L to R: Minister of Education, Hon. Rachel Taylor, CW Business Sales Team, Flow Country Manager, Joanne Missick (center), Head of Brand, Marketing & Communications, Darron Hilaire & CWB Sales Engineer, Burkley Missick

Joanne Missick, Country Manager, Flow Turks & Caicos, said: “As an alumnus of the HJ Robinson High, I am very pleased to make this announcement today as we celebrate the 19th edition of Safer Internet Day 2022 (SID2022).

Additionally, in partnership with Fundación VTR & CWCF, we published a free Internet Safety Guide for Parents to support the conversation of protecting children in the digital world, and also today as part of its local activities to mark

SID2022, Flow joined UNICEF ECA & the Ministry of Education, to bring together social workers and guidance counselors for a virtual training which provided practical ways to promote internet safety and work with young people

in an empathetic way.”

Minister of Youth, Education, Employment and Library Services, Hon. Rachel Taylor remarked in her address during this week’s Cabinet meeting, that “Improving internet capacity in our schools continues to be of high importance. I want to take this opportunity to thank Flow & the CWCF for yet another generous donation and their partnership with the Ministry of Education, and by extension students and parents across the TCI." HJ Robinson High becomes the fourth upgraded school this year that will become a fully connected high-speed school powered by the latest generation fibre optic technology. In total, the CWCF & Flow has helped to deliver a total of $79,000 in upgrades to transform and enhance the learning culture in schools across the Turks and Caicos

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Stimulus portal opens – Over 10,000 applications received Over 10,000 residents have applied for a one time $500 stimulus payment from the government.

This comes as an application portal to accept online submissions from eligible Turks & Caicos Islands Status Card Holders & British Overseas Territory Citizens (BOTC) for the Citizen Inflation Adjustment Stimulus Policy was officially launched on the 2nd February, 2022.

The government is allocating $6.5M to fund the expenditure, and eligible applicants will receive $500.

The deadline for applications is Friday, February 11, 2022; however, the addressing of appeals by applicants will be made on or before 31st March 2022.

Applicants can access the portal via the Turks & Caicos Islands Government website at web link: www.tciassistance.gov.tc.

Speaking in the House of Assembly on Monday, February 7, Deputy Premier and Minister of Finance , Investment and Trade Hon. Erwin Jay Saunders, who presented the Supplementary Appropriation (2021/2022) bill 2022 said although the public had mixed reactions to the Government’s latest stimulus announcement, over 10,000 residents have already submitted their applications to receive the

funds.

He said: “There were some persons who complained about it, some of the more popular complaints were…What can $500 dollars do? Why are we still giving out stimulus?, and instead of the stimulus the government should be fixing minimum wage, access to capital for businesses, etc.”

Saunders underscored that the stimulus is not a replacement for fixing issues such as minimum wage or is it a replacement to improve access to capital for local entrepreneurs.

He said:“This stimulus is simply our way of giving those who need it a short-term helping hand to combat the rising cost of living, mainly due to the ongoing Covid pandemic.

He continued: “What can $500 dollars do?”, I did a quick check with the utility companies, and based on the reply from the Provo Water Company (and I thank them for providing it), US$500 will pay the water bill for 375 households for 1 month, for over 400 households for 2 months, and for 3,900 households for 3 months.

“Imagine that, Mr. Speaker, with just one $500 dollar stimulus payment from this good government, over 3,900 households can pay their water bills for 3 months.

“To the question of “Why are we still giving out stimulus”, I would like to say that, as of the 6th February 2022, a total of 10,080 applications have been received for the stimulus payment - consisting of 7,000 TCI Status Card Holders and 3,080 BOTC.” He emphasized that the Government is still giving out stimulus payments because TCI is not out of the “economic woods as yet,” as a result of the on-going pandemic, and a lot of people still need help.

“Over 10,000 of them based on the applications received so far, and as long as our government can do good for our people, we will do so.

“We started on the 23rd February 2021, and we will continue to do so”, Saunders said.

Premier Washington Misick who also expressed similar sentiments said the stimulus intended to provide economic assistance to Turks & Caicos Islands residents that continue to be adversely impacted as a result of economic hardships caused by the Covid-19 Pandemic and the ongoing increase in inflation.

During a press conference on Wednesday February 2nd, he said: “We are committed to making the necessary fiscal and social changes to counter the effects of inflation

Deputy Premier and Minister of Finance , Investment and Trade Hon. Erwin Jay Saunders said over 10,000 residents have already submitted their applications.

and to ensure that you can live and thrive.

“We understand the need for immediate relief while we create a

long term solution.

“That is why we have decided to give you a short term stimulus”, Misick added.

Government outlines requirements for $500 stimulus payment Turks & Caicos Islands Status Holders, and British Overseas Territory Citizens – i.e. those who are living in the Turks & Caicos Islands - will have to satisfy a number of requirements to qualify for the government’s $500 stimulus payment.

An application portal to accept online submissions from eligible Turks & Caicos Islands Status Card Holders & British Overseas Territory Citizens (BOTC) for the Citizen Inflation Adjustment Stimulus Policy was officially launched on the 2nd February, 2022.

The deadline for applications is Friday, February 11, 2022; however the addressing of appeals by applicants will be made on or before 31st March 2022.

As part of the eligibility requirements, applicants must

satisfy a criteria recently outlined by the government in a press statement issued on February 7.

To this end, applicants who must be 18 years old and over are required to submit a completed form on the portal; Proof of documentation of Turks & Caicos Islands Status Holder or British Overseas Territory Citizenship; Proof of TCI Status including aTurks & Caicos Islander Status Card; or a Copy of applicant’s TCI birth certificate, along with a copy one or both parents’ TCI Status Card; or a Copy of applicant’s TCI birth certificate, along with a copy of one or both parents’ birth certificate.

These requirements apply to applicants who are not incarcerated and serving a prison sentence.

BOTC’s are required to submit

a copy of BOTC passport (if passport is expired the expiration date could be no later than 31st March 2020; or a copy of BOTC certificat Applicants will also need to prove that they reside in the Turks & Caicos Islands by submitting an active NIB number, TCI voter’s registration number or copy of a utility bill displaying the applicant’s name which was issued in the TCI during the last 12 months.

According to the overnment’s statement any further information/documentation that is requested from the applicant must be submitted no later than 25th February 2022.

“Failure to adhere to this date will result in the application being declined.

“The Turks & Caicos Islands government will also be

providing assistance to citizens who are unable to submit their applications online. “ Applicants can bring their documentation to the Ministry of Finance in Grand Turk and Providenciales and the district commissioners offices in North & Middle Caicos, South Caicos and Salt CaY. “Applicants are advised that incomplete applications will not be processed. Therefore, it is important that you ensure that you read the instructions on how to fill the application to understand clearly what is needed, inclusive of the evidence to be provided”, the statement read.

Further, applicants will be notified of the outcome as soon as possible following the submission of their applications.

Successful applicants will receive an approval letter issued

by the Turks and Caicos Islands government.

“A single payment will be made by the Grand Turk government Treasury directly to the applicant via cheque. “ The approved applicant will be required to present photo identification showing either BOTC or Turks & Caicos Islands status” According to the statement cheques will be valid for six (6) months post the printed date.

That government stressed that all uncollected cheques will be voided and canceled on 11th September 2022 and lost cheques or stale dated cheques will not be reissued.

Applicants can access the portal via the Turks & Caicos Islands government website at web link: www.tciassistance.gov. tc.

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Invest TCI and the Department of Agriculture hosted Twin Islands Agricultural Forum Invest TCI, in collaboration with the Department of Agriculture on February 3rd, 2022, hosted the North Caicos and Middle Caicos Agricultural Forum 2022. With a strong focus on Agriculture, the Government's mandate is to invest heavily in agriculture so that the Turks and Caicos Islands can benefit from locally grown foods.

Through Invest TCI’s MSME Programme and the Department of Agriculture’s Agro-Grant Incentive Programme, the Government will take a holistic approach to create a sustainable food supply for the country. These programmes will transform the agriculture sector through the provision of support for improved technology, expansion of operations, access to training and research, increased production, creation of employment and the development of niche markets.

The communities of North Caicos and Middle Caicos were invited to learn about the programmes and to be a part of the Agricultural discussion.

The Agricultural Forum kicked off at 10 am in North Caicos at

the Horsestable Beach Centre in Whitby and in Middle Caicos at the Conch Bar Community Center at 1 pm. In attendance were over 40 persons from the North Caicos community and more than 30 individuals in Middle Caicos.

These included local farmers, agri-business representatives, and others who came out to learn about the assistance available through the Invest TCI's MSME Programme and the Department of Agriculture’s Agro-Grant Incentive Programme. In addition, both communities were able to voice their opinions regarding the farming opportunities and challenges they faced.

Invest TCI’s MSME Programme provides support to start-up farmers by providing them with up to $10,000 in Cash Grants, up to $10,000 in Duty Concession and up to $10,000 in Technical Assistance.

To be eligible, applicants must have belonger status, a business license or letter of intent and a business plan.

The Agro-Grant Incentive Programme provides support to registered farmers who own 0.5

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Commenting on the event, Interim CEO For Invest TCI, Angela Musgrove, stated: "We were extremely delighted by the turnout in North Caicos and

Middle Caicos. The participation and input from both communities were invaluable.

It gave us a greater appreciation for some of the challenges that farmers face on these islands, and we can now look to resolve these issues and provide the resources they need to have sustainable businesses.

The Minister for Agriculture, Honourable Josephine Connolly, stated, "The government’s goal is to develop and create business opportunities, to promote small businesses and ensure that all of our people can make a decent living and benefit from the MSME and Agro-Grant Incentive Programme. Agriculture and food security are major challenges.

The government plans to invest

heavily in food production. We will ensure that locals employed in food production, planning, fishing, and processing earn a good and decent living. The incentive grants will also motivate many to develop their respective farms. I expect great things for farmers and for those who wish to enter farming.”

The Hon. E. Jay Saunders, Deputy Premier and Minister of Finance, Investment, and Trade commenting on the Forum stated: “As Minister for Finance, I am pleased that we are able to increase the financial support to the agriculture industry through these initiatives. I look forward to seeing the impact on the sustainable development of our agriculture industry.”

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An approaching food crisis on the horizon Is the TCI equipped to handle the challenges ahead?

Right now, the world is facing the likelihood of a dramatic shortage in food production, as growing energy prices gushes through global agriculture. Farm conglomerate CEOs worldwide have warned that crop yields this year will fall. Thus far, food prices have risen by 30 percent and the TCI is feeling the pinch.

A subsequent reduction in crops will certainly raise prices; hence, fewer raw materials for agriculture by-products, and when the average consumer realizes that there is an actual shortage, panic-buying and hoarding would exasperate the problem. These warnings are significant – all converging to create an imminent food crisis.

Economists claim, the prospect of any immediate improvement seems gloomy, unless something changes quickly; therefore, we must endeavor to pursue practical solutions to prevent the TCI from

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

drowning in this dilemma.

We are aware: wars, soil degradation, diseases and natural disasters, such as cyclones, global warming and climate change can disrupt food production and trade; however, the shortfall we currently face is owing to the tripling costs of natural gas and subsequently, synthetic fertilizer plants in Europe were forced to massively scale back production to reduce costs.

Meanwhile, China is cutting back its fertilizer production to meet its own growing needs,

and Canada fertilizer mining operations are at half production.

Without synthetic fertilizer, global crop yields will decrease dramatically, and eventually, small farmers are likely to be priced out of the market. It is expected that some farmers will opt not to cultivate, and those with razor-thin profit margins will experience further declines.

Ideally, crops require 3 primary macronutrients – nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium – in sufficient amount to grow. In addition to 13 micronutrients,

which include copper, iron and magnesium; and secondary nutrients, like calcium and zinc, found in soils.

Moreover, successive farming often depletes these soil nutrients and must be replaced periodically to sustain productivity, and that’s where synthetic fertilizer becomes vital, as these nutrients are important to facilitate specific functions in plants.

Nitrogen is required for leaf growth, phosphorus fosters the development of roots, flowers, seeds and fruits, while potassium facilitates strong stem growth and the movement of water.

This suggests, a lack of nutrients in the form of synthetic fertilizer, deprive plants of the ingredients they require to resist high temperatures and other extreme weather conditions, to fight off stress, wilting and diseases, and even weed and insect infestations. This product

is manufactured or mined as potash, and if this potassiumrich salt is insufficient, it will certainly impact yields.

The effects of a prospect of lower yield, owing to fertilizer shortage, are already raveling America and other parts of the world. A recent study indicates that the doubling of fertilizer price led to an almost 44 percent increase in food prices, taking food inflation at all-time high, and prices are expected to increase even further.

Recently, I alluded to this imminent food crisis and made several recommendations, which I won’t rehash. Many may dismiss this, but it was Christ who asserted, in Matthew chapter 24, that in the Last Days famine will come upon the Earth.

As I mediate on the challenges ahead, I’ll ask: what are the authorities’ plans to curb this shortage that is headed our way?

Learn to validate yourself You don’t need validation from others

Many of us feel like that we need validation from others to feel like we are doing the right thing. While getting validation from others can be an encouragement, it can also be very dangerous because, if you are seeking validation from other people, and when they don’t provide it to you, or they’re not saying what you want them to say, you can become very dissatisfied with your life. Furthermore, you may even try to change who you are, so that you can get that validation.

It is time that you learn to validate yourself. You have to reach a point in your life where you do not care about what others think and say about you. I know many of us are on social media and sometimes you may feel bad

BY DREXWELL SEYMOUR

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

that no one liked your post, or you only have a few likes. Do you know that many people are reading your posts without giving you a like?

Accept who you are, which includes your strengths and your weaknesses. Document your strengths and you will realize how much you are worth. Now

after you document you strengths, document your weaknesses and do your best to transform those weaknesses into strengths. Each weakness is an opportunity for you to become stronger. If you don’t know how to improve your weakness, do some research on your weaknesses and deal with those weaknesses.

Love yourself. If you don’t love yourself, you will always try to seek the attention of others or try to be like others. Tell yourself that you are important, no matter how you feel, or what others think about you.

Sometimes validation from others can cause you to be “wishywashy.” Deep down inside, you know what you want and what you believe in, but depending on the validation or the lack of validation from others, you may change what you believe in and even change your desires. So you see, you need to be careful trying to seek validation from others.

Everybody has a mind of their own and everybody has their own story so you don’t need the acceptance of the experience of

other people to feel validated.

Each person’s experience may be different, and you may end up getting misleading validation.

Finally some of the validation from others may not be genuine, so sometimes you have to take it with “a grain of salt.” In fact, if you are not careful, you may discover you are being set-up to say or do something that others want, that they themselves are afraid to say or do.

In conclusion, sometimes we may say we don’t need validation from others, but our actions say otherwise. As I say, there is nothing wrong with getting validation from others, but do not let it be the only means of uplifting yourself. There is power within you; so use that power to validate yourself.

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Violent crimes in TCI and the impact Edited Keith Davis Illusions…Mirrors Fantasies

BY KEITH DAVIS

and

We are all travelers. The trip starts in a place called birth, and ends in that lonely town called death. This was quoted by Rod Sterling; and while not only being true, could also help us to put life in perspective. We argue, fight, physically and emotionally kill other people trying to gain an upper hand for something that will one day still be here when we are all gone. We argue over land that we did not create; over a boyfriend or girlfriend we once never knew and destroy people’s self-worth and dignity over an idea that is often thrown into the dustbin of history, and many times regretted.

If you were reading this in a book, you may think these people are insane or sick in the head. But then you realize that you’re living the reality. One of the definitions of the word illusion is something false, but seems true; appears real, but is not. Take for example politicians showing that they are concerned about your well-being. I am not sure Houdini could perform one better. When they are offering you money, look at what they are getting themselves.

A quick study of human nature reveals how fickle it really is.

We live in a democracy, are brainwashed about how great it is, and we condemn other countries that chose a different form. But you look around at many of these democracies and you will see that, aside from a few foreign investors and expats, the small number of those who look like you have gained their wealth from being in politics, or being related or friendly to one. The average honest, hardworking citizen almost stands ‘a snowball chance in hell’ of achieving anything significant, unless they pursue it elsewhere, or join the line.

I’ve always said that I am not against vaccines, but how this process was employed. Firstly, God, if you believe in Him, never gave any human authority over another and there are no medical exceptions. Mandating another through manipulation is tragic and evil. You then hear someone you elected to office, who would have likely not been a success doing something else, trying to convince you that it is for your benefit. If that is not an illusion, I am not sure

Keith Davis is an IT Consultant resident on Providenciales, Turks and Caicos. He is married and has two wonderful boys. His desire is to contribute to the advancement of the country, but more importantly the youth.

what is.

Secondly, God or any other religious deity that represents any

other religion, never gave humans the command or ability to stop people from dying. I may be wrong,

but I do not believe that anyone born more than two hundred years ago is still alive. The odds are great that it will be the same in another two hundred years. We were told not to murder or harm others, but never to stop dying. When anyone tries to convince you that they are trying to stop, just remember that it is just a fantasy, an illusion or a mirror.

A few weeks ago, I saw a news article which talked about a boat

expedition some vacationers took in South America. They were sailing having fun and enjoying one another when a large portion of a rock broke away and fell on the ship, killing most of them. How tragic! That rock must have been there for thousands or millions of years. One can try to rationalize and argue from a religious perspective what happened here.

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Cry your eyes out: 8 reasons to "let it all out"!

I wear my heart on my sleeve, so I suppose it makes sense that, even in the middle of a lovely wedding in Milton Keynes, I cried like I did at the end of Love Simon. But I’m not going to apologize for that, because after a good cry, I always feel cleansed, like my heart and mind just rubbed each other’s backs in a warm bath. Not ashamed of my “emotional perspiration”, I think we need to “let it go” more often. Why not…right?

Tears are just one of many miracles which work so well that we take them for granted every day. Here, then: eight reasons why tears, and the phenomenon we call “crying,” heal us physiologically, psychologically, and spiritually.

HELPS YOU RECOVER FROM GRIEF Grieving is a process. It involves periods of sorrow, numbness, guilt, and anger. Crying is particularly important during periods of grieving. If you process and accept the loss of a loved one, as everyone does, it might be a good idea to “let it go”. You do not need to be strong all the time. You can cry… and it’s okay.

RESTORES EMOTIONAL BALANCE

BY DAVIDSON LOUIS

Rachel Wolchin once said: “If we were meant to stay in one place, we’d have had roots instead of feet.” On this quest to self-discovery, TC Islander Davidson Louis vowed to travel, write, paint, laugh and forgive. Subsequently, he hopes to find himself and or, leave behind a few pieces of himself. Contact him at hello. octopen@tcinews.tc

Crying doesn’t only happen in response to something sad.

Sometimes you may cry when you are extremely happy. Crying in this way may help to restore emotional equilibrium. Tears of joy or happy tears; whatever you wish to call it… do not be ashamed of it.

DULLS PAIN Crying for long periods of time can release oxytocin and endogenous opioids, otherwise known as endorphins. These feel-good chemicals can help ease both physical and emotional pain. Once the endorphins are released, your body may go into somewhat of a numb stage. Oxytocin can give you a sense of calm or well-being.

Remember that even big boys cry.

CRYING CAN STRENGTHEN OUR RELATIONSHIPS WITH OTHERS Yes, crying does make us feel more

vulnerable, and we often try to avoid crying in front of others, at all costs. But it shouldn’t be! This can create a deeper emotional bond between family, friends, and those around us. So, next time you feel your lip beginning to quiver and your eyes beginning to fill, don’t hold it in; let it all out… because you are human.

AIDS SLEEP A study in 2015, found that crying can help babies sleep better.

Whether crying has the same sleep-enhancing effect on adults is yet to be researched. But I do know that I always have a great sleep when I hopelessly sob after a good film.

HELPS TO SOOTHE When you cry, the parasympathetic nervous system activates. Any symptoms of stress, such as stomach aches and restlessness, can be relieved after a couple

of minutes of merely crying.

Weep, and weep…whenever you want. You will feel a ton lighter after doing so.

TIME TO SEEK HELP If you find yourself crying emotional tears consistently over an extended period, it could allude to a deeper issue at hand. This could mean it is time to seek help from a professional, for your overall mental health and wellbeing.

There is no shame in needing extra help sometimes, and crying can alert you that it is time to seek it out.

SOMETHING’S WRONG Sometimes you may be suppressing painful emotions without realizing it. Crying can help you recognize that something is wrong, whether it be emotional or a physical situation you are in. Once you realize that something is going on, you can take the proper steps to identify precisely what that is. From there, you can cope with your emotions healthily to avoid further suppressing them.

What made you cry the last time?

Do tell on louisedens@gmail.com

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CABINET MEETING SUMMARY Turks and Caicos Islands post Cabinet meeting statement His Excellency the Governor, Nigel Dakin, chaired the 4th meeting of Cabinet on Thursday 20 January 2022. The meeting was held virtually.

All Members were present.

AT THIS MEETING CABINET: Was given an update by the Ministry of Health and discussed further measures being taken to address and mitigate against the threat of the Coronavirus (Covid-19) to the country, including: a) Spike in positive cases, in particular among residents (75% of cases), b) Hospital admissions (TCI and overseas) and six recent deaths, c) Progress on community testing, and

d) Progress on administration of booster shots.

Approved an extension of the existing COVID-19 measures and protocols, which will come into effect from 5am on Monday 24 January and remain in place until 28 February 2022: a) Entry to Churches or Religious Places of Worship be limited to 50% of their approved capacity only, b) Weddings and funerals be limited to 50% of their approved capacity only, c) Entry to restaurants, bars, nightclubs and discotheques will only be allowed by patrons, aged 16 or over, who are fully

vaccinated or have proof of negative COVID-19 test within 24 hours, d) Social gatherings will only be allowed for patrons, aged 16 or over, who are fully vaccinated or have proof of negative COVID-19 test within 24 hours. ·

Approved amendments to Arrival Passengers Travel Clearance Health Regulations 2020, which will come into effect on from 5am on Friday 28 January and remain in place until 28 February 2022:

a) Visitors and unvaccinated residents, aged two years and above, returning to TCI must present a negative PCR/Antigen test within three days of travel.,

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Cayman aims for 40% of 2019 record stayover tourism numbers THE Cayman Islands this year is aiming to reach up to 40% of 2019’s stayover tourism levels, which equates to between 175,000 and 200,000 visitors, according the islands’ director of tourism.

Rosa Harris, in an online presentation to the Caribbean Tourism Organization Tuesday morning, said it was unclear right now if that target would be met, as it depends on the take-up of increased airlift which will be occurring this month and in March.

In 2019, which was a record year for stayover tourism in Cayman, 502,739 passengers arrived by air.

Harris said the government’s goal was to take in up to 40% of 2019’s accommodation tax remittances. The revenue from tourist accommodation charges in 2019 was $36.5 million, according to Economics and Statistics Office data.

She said it was not possible to extrapolate, based on January’s arrival statistics, on whether the target would be reached until “we see air arrivals ramp up … in February and March”.

However, the government is anticipating that if arrivals go as expected, the numbers for the summer months will be “very strong”, she said.

A number of airlines have already restarted routes between Cayman and the US, after an absence of almost two years, and additional routes are coming online over the

b) Unvaccinated minors of fully vaccinated residents are recommended to be tested within a two days of arrival through TCIG testing sites at no cost., and c) Fully vaccinated residents returning to TCI are required to be tested within a two days of arrival through TCIG testing sites at no cost. ·

Approval an extension of the Cuban Brigade for an additional 6 months to assist the Turks and Caicos Islands with its COVID-19 response at the TCI Hospitals, and associated budget. Members also agreed on steps.

Further information on these matters will be provided by Ministers in due course.

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The Cayman Islands government is anticipating that if arrivals go as expected, the summer months will be very strong.

next few weeks. These include: From 12 Feb.: United Airlines – Chicago, Houston, Newark and Washington DC From 17 Feb.: American Airlines – Miami; Jet Blue – Fort Lauderdale From 26 Feb.: Cayman Airways – Denver From 5 March: American Airlines – Charlotte; Delta – Atlanta From 10 March: Southwest – Fort Lauderdale From 12 March: Southwest – Baltimore Currently, stayover tourism numbers remain low, due to limited airlift and continuing COVID regulations that require pre-arrival testing and antigen testing two, five and seven days after arriving.

Last month, government eased some of the entry requirements for tourists, including allowing

unvaccinated children under 12 to come here on their parents’ vaccination status without the need for quarantine, paving the way for more families to visit Cayman.

Harris said that when tourists do return in larger numbers, there will be plenty of accommodation for them.

In an update on Cayman’s room capacity, she explained that, as of January 2022, there were a total of 7,086 bedrooms available for tourists across all three islands – 3,269 in condos, 2,668 in hotels and 1,149 in villas.

The tourism director said discussions on cruise tourism were continuing between the cruise lines and the government, and the return of cruise ships would be “imminent” once a consensus on health and safety protocols could be agreed upon.

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I won’t. Remember the quote I started with? We are all on a journey. Some will be long and expeditious, while others will be short and full of struggles and difficulties.

Who do we blame for this?

This is no illusion, but realities humans face.

Remember that nature does not provide a one-size-fitsall solution like gloves. Take a look around and see how many people look like you.

You may have looked in the mirror recently and thanked God that there wasn’t. No medicine is designed to cure everyone. We have different blood types and conditions, so what may be good for Jack may not be the best cure for Jill. Advil may work for you, but I may have an allergic reaction to it. Look at love and relationships. I look at my wife and believe she is the most beautiful creation God ever thought of. You may then look at her and wonder if I am all together! That is how life works.

We see the crime happening, young men

getting into mischief and society becoming frightened.

A scholar or someone who believes they are ‘all that’ explain that it is a result of fathers missing from the homes or similar. That may be part of the problem. But let’s not forget the illusions, mirrors and fantasies. Political leaders play a large part in the functioning of societies. They are supposed to be servants appointed to perform the tasks of leading society and unfortunately the people make them gods. How twisted and incomprehensible: a servant telling the master what to do; the master, sleeping in the master bedroom, while the servant is outside in the hay.

If we become concerned enough to care, provide opportunities, show a road map that anyone can understand, talk in their language and engage in their lives, maybe they may decide to give it a chance. But when they see greed, taking of freedoms, the illusions: mirrors and fantasies they try to sell, what do we expect?

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Deane’s Dock, Salt Cay. Meeting place, ferry ‘terminal’ and a great spot to view a sunset. (Photo: Titus de Boer)

The Coral Reef Bar, Salt Cay. A casual watering hole, serving island style food. (Photo: Titus de Boer)

A perfect Salt Cay sunset.

(Photo: Titus de Boer)

What’s in a name?

On Salt Cay a fox, a foible and a flash keep things interesting!

They say, ‘No good deed goes unpunished’ and, as I reflect on the reaction to last week’s column, entitled, ‘Happy Cows, Green Flashes and Cigars’, I can relate to that statement - somewhat. But actually only somewhat!

Sometimes you just know you’ve hit a home run and last week’s Salt Cay Note was exactly that, with a new record number of readers, and dozens of comments and well-wishes from those readers. And what did I expect? When, mentioned in one short column, were Salt Cay entrepreneur Enrique Dickenson, cigar creator and entrepreneur Salik Gardiner and beach bar operator and chef, Jagan Malcolm, feedback will result - and feedback we had…lots of it!

Needless to say, the news of the newly-reopened bar on Salt Cay’s Deane’s Dock, in the charmed isle’s North District, produced most responses. Wrote one reader in Providenciales, “Cheers to the magic of Salt Cay. Can't wait to be back to the Green Flash and of course see those whales!” A Salt Cay ‘winter resident’, exclaimed enthusiastically, via social media, “Had drinks and supper there tonight. Great food, and looking forward to many ‘Green Flash’ evenings.” Debbie Manos, the former owner of Salt Cay Divers, commented, “Congratulations. So excited to have you open the only ocean -front bar on the island! Best wishes to you and

BY TITUS DE BOER

Titus de Boer was born in Hamburg and spent his formative years in the West Indies. After a formal education in Germany and subsequent training as a journalist, he moved to the TCI in 1989.

Titus’ Salt Cay stories and photographs can be found on www.saltcaynote.com

your team…Hope Mr Garland will come do a serious promotional shoot to advertise his product and our island of Salt Cay.” Salik Garland, creator of the BAL4 cigars, also responded exuberantly to having been mentioned in the column, by writing, “Great read Titus. I hope that we can enjoy a BAL4 Cigar together soon.”

Such was the positive reaction to the opening of the beach bar, expressed in letters, texts, via social media and indeed on the ground in Salt Cay, that one could have concluded that it doesn’t get much better than this….when, whoops, it didn’t!

No sooner had I rejoiced in all the genuine and truly heartfelt enthusiasm of so many readers, than the owner of the property, of which the beach bar is a part, stopped me on the street, saying, “I wish to clarify something. The bar will continue to be ‘The Coral Reef’ and NOT ‘The Green Flash’.” “Oh dear” I thought, “am I in trouble?” as I briefly recalled those long ago days of being told off by a school headmaster. When I enlightened my conversation partner, affectionately known, in some small corners of the charmed isle, as ‘Madame Renard’, to the fact that all the information I had gathered about the bar operation was the result of a professionally conducted interview with the new proprietor, Jagan Malcolm, she, in turn, informed me that it was not his place to make these decisions. “Perhaps at some point you can clarify that.” So here we go: The beach bar and restaurant, next to Deane’s Dock, in Salt Cay, will continue to be known as ‘The Coral Reef’. And with that, I’ve done my bit.

It is Friday and once again, the capital beckons; in other words, it’s time to board the Salt Cay Ferry and head to Grand Turk. All of a sudden Jagan, proprietor of the aforementioned bar approaches me, and it is clear that he has something on his mind that he wishes to share with me. “Good morning Mr Titus,” he says, “listen…about that article”… and I am already finding myself thinking, “Oh my, now what?” But I can tell that this time he’s the one in ‘trouble’. “I was

wondering….he continued, “whether you can change it, because Sue (his wife) was disappointed that she wasn’t mentioned, when it was actually she who started our whale-watching business when we first came to Salt Cay.” After briefly explaining to him that an already published column cannot be unpublished, I agreed to make public mention of the request in a follow-up column. So here’s a heartfelt, shout-out to Sue McMullen, ‘Mrs Jagan’, in recognition of her pioneer work in bringing Whale Watching to Salt Cay! Loyal readers of this column may wonder why I, and indeed the people who help out with critiquing and editing The Salt Cay Note, bother to take on board so much of the input from readers, especially on-island readers. The answer is simple: This is truly a community column, one that so often relies on the residents of Salt Cay coming to me with ideas and suggestions for another piece.

“You should write an update on what progress is being made with regard to our currently impassable bridge,” was one comment made by a Salt Cay resident last week. Another suggested that perhaps it was time to report in detail on the work of the ‘Community in Action’ group, after noticing a mention of their worthy activities in the last Salt Cay Note.

All of these are excellent ideas for future columns and I am truly grateful for them.

And with that, I dedicate this column to all the hard working volunteers and entrepreneurs on Salt Cay. Keep up the good work and thank you.

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NATIONAL INSURANCE CONTRIBUTION RATE INCREASE

Why Now?

By Rhesa Cartwright, CEO On April 6, 2022, the National Insurance Board will commemorate its 30th Anniversary. This institution has been dubbed one of TCI’s premier success stories.

Over the years we have celebrated many milestones. The Fund was applauded when the reserves reached the $100M mark during the 2006/07 fiscal year. At the last audit of the NIB for the period ending April 31, 2021, the National Insurance had an asset base exceeding $431M, with reserves of $386M. As we advance towards our 30th Anniversary celebrations, this is not just a National Insurance Board accomplishment but an achievement for the Turks & Caicos Islands as a whole. The Fund has benefitted from prudent and strong leadership at Ministerial, Board, and Management levels over the last 3 decades, all predominantly local skills and knowledge, supported by sound professional advice, as needed. That mission has always remained the primary focus of decision-makers.

The mission of the NIB, like other social security organizations across the world, is to provide a financial safety net for its contributors and their dependents during adverse economic occurrences due to the disruption or stoppage of their wages or

salaries. That goal is achieved through the Plan’s benefits package. That eventuality might be a joyful occasion like the birth of a child or a long-awaited retirement, covered by the Maternity or Retirement Benefits, or an unfortunate event triggering a Funeral Grant, Invalidity, or Survivor’s Pension Benefit. The Turks and Caicos Islands National Insurance Board offers most benefits typically extended by social security institutions.

Accordingly, I am pleased that the NIB will commence its permanent Unemployment Benefit in April 2022. This is a benefit that contributors have requested for many years through our annual surveys and public meetings:

We heard you!

In response to the many requests from the public, the Ministry decided to pursue the initiative back in 2018, holding a series of Town Hall meetings across the islands.

There was solid support for introducing an Unemployment Benefits program.

However, a new benefit, like the existing benefits of the Plan, MUST be funded; otherwise, the financial stability and continuity of the Fund is jeopardized.

A feasibility study was commissioned,

and a contribution rate of 1½-2% was recommended to cover the cost of the benefit. The ultimate decision was to adopt a rate of 1%. This decision considered the added cost to the contributor while simultaneously considering the viability of the Fund. I recall stating: “There is no free lunch- someone always pays” in a previous newspaper article. Turks and Caicos- the question is a matter of who, when, and how.

Social Security institutions are intended to be perpetual institutions. While the actuarial projections were for 60 years, decision-makers must be concerned about balancing the intergenerational financial burden of contributors, present and future.

It would be irresponsible for the NIB (decision-makers) to use contributions

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from current contributors to pay current pensions, without giving adequate thought to how those persons will be paid their future pensions when they retire; or to also consider the cost to future contributors who will bear the responsibility of paying those future pensions.

Periodic parametric reforms can serve as a smoothing agent to share the financial burden across generations. The Nature of social security is that the Plan gets progressively more expensive as it matures.

If one were to think of it, it is logical. When the NIB started in 1992, no one qualified for a pension benefit. A few years later when insured persons started accessing the benefit, it was all at the minimum pension of $200 per month or 30% of their average weekly earnings. 30 years later, a minimum pension of $200 would be considered irrelevant/inadequate to a retiree. Not only has that minimum pension doubled to now, $405 per month (an amount many still think small), but these increases over the years were funded by the same 5.5% assessed in 1991 for the long-term branch (LTB). Whether a contributor was from the private or public sector, every contributor paid 5.5% towards the LTB. In addition to the increase in the minimum pension, the number of people qualifying for retirement, survivors, and invalidity pensions would have steadily increased over the years.

To further compound the issue, because many new retirees would have paid into the Fund from inception, after 30 years of contributions, insured persons can qualify for up to 55% of their average weekly earnings; a significant difference from the 30%.

The primary driver of the contribution rate increase, other than the new benefit, is an increased allocation to the long-term benefit branch. No cost for any product or

service has remained constant for the last 30 years, and certainly not the National Insurance long-term branch of benefits.

Aside from normal Retirement Pensions, we have seen increases in Invalidity Pensions due to Noncommunicable diseases (NCDs), and Survivor’s Pensions also due to NCDs, violence, and accidents.

Most have a twofold implication for the NIB: • the person who dies in their productive years will likely leave survivors to pay for upwards to 20 years in the case of a child or a lifetime for a spouse, thereby requiring the NIB to pay a pension benefit much earlier than expected; and • also forgoing the contribution income from the deceased that would have been expected for another 10 or 20 years, thereby negatively impacting both sides of the balance sheet.

If the rate is not increased, the longevity of the Fund is compromised. The current rate is not adequate to fund the current cost of the Plan. If the income remains at its present level, the only other option is to consider expenditure. The highest cost of the Plan is benefits, and to reduce benefits, I would imagine, would be even more unfavorable than a rate increase.

The 9th Actuarial Review projected that if contribution rates remain the same and we did nothing: 1. Current contribution income would only cover expenses until 2027, which is a mere five (5) years away: 2. During the years 2028 to 2036, investment income will have to supplement contribution income to meet the Fund expenses, and the accumulation of reserves will be at a slower pace.

3. A cash flow deficit is projected by 2037, and the Fund could be fully depleted by 2049.

While some of these dates may seem far in the future, the contribution income alone will no longer be sufficient to meet the NIB’s expenses in less than a decade.

In less than 20 years we will need to draw on our investment income to cover costs; and Within the next 3 decades, the Fund will be exhausted if no action is taken.

Why now? The principles of good governance demand it. Good governance dictates that the decision-makers for social protection plans make timely decisions to ensure the continued financial sustainability of the system and the continued protection of a meaningful level of Reserves to protect and sustain the Plan for the long term.

Why now? The Actuary strongly recommended in the 9th Actuarial Review that parameters be changed, and consideration of these changes be given top priority by the decision-makers to take effect no later than April 1, 2021.

We are already one (1) year later than recommended.

Why now? Because responsible decisionmakers understand the fundamentals of funding a social security plan and the burden to be borne in the future if we further delay the rate increase.

To protect the pension of the insured person entering the world of work today, parametric reforms must take place to secure the Plan.

We appreciate that these are challenging times. Imagine, however, a future with no National Insurance and you have the answer to the question: “Why now?” We must not revert to the days when no formal social security mechanism was in place to protect our people. We must pay more now to secure our Fund for tomorrow’s tomorrows.

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Bermuda: Covid-19 restrictions on visitors to continue to protect hospital, Premier says THE Premier defended continued restrictions on unvaccinated visitors last night as the country prepared for the 2022 tourism season.

David Burt said the precautions were necessary to protect the hospital and that the rules would be in force for the foreseeable future.

He explained: “The truth is the purpose of our restrictions are to protect the hospital and that is the reason why the Cabinet made that decision.

“We will go ahead and review it at some time in the future, but right now this is what we have laid out and it is similar to many other jurisdictions that are competing against Bermuda.”

But he highlighted that the Government had removed SafeKey requirements to eat and drink indoors at bars and restaurants and increased permitted group sizes from 20 people to 100.

Mr Burt said: “The view was that these would come into place on April 1 at the same time as the ending of the substantive public health emergency.

“However, with our tourism partners, our hotel partners and others there was a request to see if

that could be advanced.

“The Minister of Transport has a number of cruises he anticipates trying to come in the month of March and we wanted to go ahead and get that moved up.”

Mr Burt added that travel authorisations for visitors would stay until at least the end of the next financial year.

He said the scheme was an important revenue source for the Government to help fund the island’s Covid-19 response.

Mr Burt added that it was intended that the digital nomad temporary residence programme would continue indefinitely.

He said that more information on the Government’s economic recovery plan might be delivered in the House of Assembly as early as February 18.

Kim Wilson, the Minister of Health, said the time had come for Bermuda to learn to live with Covid-19, and everyone must take responsibility for themselves.

Ms Wilson said she understood the concerns of parents about masks in schools but insisted precautions were still needed to ensure public

safety.

She added that the Government had been contacted by parents upset about masks being required in schools but other parents had insisted they wanted masks to remain to ensure their families were protected.

She said there were 62 outbreaks of Covid-19 in schools last year and more children had tested positive for the coronavirus in two months of the Omicron wave than in four months of the Delta wave.

Ms Wilson added: “Children are very social beings – they are probably better socialised than most of us – so they are spreading all around.

“The reality is the measures that the Government are putting in place are designed to protect the entire community, not just one segment of the community.”

She added that the Government would continue to review its Covid-19 policies based on the best information available.

Ernest Peets, the Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport, said the Government was reviewing plans for the return of the Bermuda Day Parade.

Dr Peets also highlighted that the

Premier David Burt said the precautions were necessary to protect the hospital and that the rules would be in force for the foreseeable future.

Sail GP yacht races and the Bermuda Triangle Cup football event were both on the sporting calendar this year.

He added that sports fans were pleased to see events return without SafeKey requirements.

(Royal Gazette)

Vaccinations for 5-to11 year olds to arrive in Cayman ‘in a few weeks’ MEDICAL Officer of Health Dr. Samuel Williams-Rodriguez has said vaccinations for children aged five to 11 will be here in “a few weeks”.

Vaccinations for this age group have, so far, been limited to those who are considered at-risk.

He said he is hoping more parents will come forward to utilise the vaccine to protect their children against the coronavirus, when it is incorporated into the regular vaccination clinic.

“We are expecting the vaccine to be here in a few weeks and, of course, we will announce it and we will make it available to the public as soon as we get it,” he added.

Williams-Rodriguez said interim Chief Medical Officer Dr. Autilia Newton and the Governor’s Office have been in communication with the United Kingdom to receive the paediatric preparation of the vaccine which Public Health can then provide to all children in the 5-to-11 age bracket.

“We hope and expect and encourage parents to bring their kids to be vaccinated,” he said.

Meanwhile, he confirmed that

none of the 48 at-risk children who were inoculated on 29 Jan. have reported any issues.

The 48 children, all between the ages of 5 and 11, were the first to receive the kids’ dose of the vaccine, which is currently only available to those with vulnerabilities.

“We haven’t received, as far as I am aware, any complaints, or any concerns or serious side-effects from the vaccine [administered] to these kids,” he said while speaking on the 2 Feb. episode of the Cayman Compass weekly talk show The Resh Hour.

Williams-Rodriquez said he was not expecting such a low turnout for the kids’ vaccine, as the Health Services Authority had received a lot of emails and calls requesting the vaccination.

However, he said, he was “happy that we were able to provide the vaccine to those kids [who attended].”

REPORTED ADVERSE REACTIONS REMAIN LOW IN CAYMAN

(File) Students from primary schools will be allowed to be inoculated.

With Cayman’s vaccination programme now in its second year and over 80% of the population considered fully vaccinated, having received two doses, WilliamsRodriguez said adverse reactions remain low.

“The side-effects in the Cayman

Islands are consistent with the sideeffects worldwide… Comparably we have very few reported side-effects here in the Cayman Islands compared with the number of vaccines we have given,” he said.

Back on 7 Jan. 2021 Cayman became the first British Overseas

Territory to receive a shipment of the Pfizer-BioNTech two-dose vaccine.

Then-premier Alden McLaughlin, Chief Medical Officer Dr .John Lee, former Health Minister Dwayne Seymour and Governor Martyn Roper were the first to be inoculated.

(Cayman Compass)

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Libyan PM survives assassination attempt, source close to him says

Pupils will still need to wear masks in communal areas and when moving around inside school buildings.

Face mask rules to be eased in Scottish schools SECONDARY school pupils in Scotland will not need to wear face coverings in classrooms from 28 February.

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said scientific advisors had backed the move as part of a phased lifting of restrictions.

Pupils will still need to wear masks in communal areas and when moving around inside school buildings.

Ms Sturgeon said it would return pupils to “a more normal experience after many months of sacrifice”.

The remaining restrictions on school assemblies and visits are also to be lifted, with other curbs to be kept “under regular review”.

The Scottish Conservatives said the changes had taken “far longer than was necessary”, with young people’s education “unnecessarily disrupted for far too long”.

However the EIS teaching union

said it would have rather seen masks kept in place until the end of March.

The first minister insisted the change was being made “at the right time and in line with expert advice”.

Several meetings with scientific and education advisors have been held this week, with Ms Sturgeon saying she wanted to announce a decision before schools head off for the February break.

She said the changes - which will apply to pupils and staff - would “help reduce barriers to communication in the classroom and reduce any wellbeing impacts which arise from the use of face coverings”.

And she said anyone who still wanted to wear a mask in the classroom should be supported in doing so.

Primary school children have never had to wear masks in the classroom. (BBC)

ASSAILANTS struck Libyan Prime Minister Abdulhamid al-Dbeibah’s car with bullets early on Thursday but he escaped unharmed, a government source close to him said, amid intense factional wrangling over control of the government.

The source said the incident happened as Dbeibah was returning home, describing it as a clear assassination attempt, adding that the attackers fled and the incident has been referred for investigation.

Footage carried by regional Al Jazeera TV later showed what it said was Dbeibah’s vehicle, which had what appeared to be a bullet mark on the windscreen and two other marks on a headlight and the chassis.

Reuters could not immediately verify the images and has not spoken to other witnesses to the incident.

If confirmed, an attempt to assassinate Dbeibah could aggravate the crisis over control of Libya after he said he will ignore a vote scheduled by the eastern-based parliament later on Thursday to replace him.

Armed forces have mobilized more fighters and equipment in the capital over recent weeks, raising fears the political crisis could trigger fighting.

Libya has had little peace or stability since the 2011 NATObacked uprising against Moammar Gadhafi, and it split in 2014 between warring factions in east and west.

Dbeibah was installed in March as head of the UN-backed Government of National Unity (GNU) that was meant to unify the country’s divided institutions and oversee the runup to

Prime Minister Abdulhamid al-Dbeibah survived an attempt on his life after attackers targeted his car.

an election in December as part of a peace process.

Rival factions have been jostling for position after the election process fell apart amid disputes over the rules, including over the legitimacy of Dbeibah’s own candidacy for president after he pledged not to run.

The parliament, which mostly backed eastern forces during the civil war, has declared the GNU invalid and will hold a vote on Thursday to name a new prime minister to form another government.

Dbeibah said in a speech this week that he would only hand over power after an election and the UN’s Libya adviser and Western countries

US National Archives requests legal probe of Trump over handling of documents THE US government agency that manages the preservation of presidential records has asked the justice department to investigate Donald Trump for his handling of official papers.

US presidents are required by law to transfer all of their letters, work documents and emails to the National Archives.

But officials say the former president illegally ripped up many documents.

Some of them had to be taped back together, the Archives said.

It has also emerged that 15 boxes of papers that Mr Trump should have turned over when he left the White House were instead taken to his home in Florida.

They include letters between Mr

Trump and the North Korean leader Kim Jong-un and the presidential handover letter from Barack Obama.

Mr Trump has clashed with the National Archives in the past. He unsuccessfully sued in an effort to prevent the transfer of White House records to a congressional committee investigating the January 6 riot on the US Capitol.

In a statement, Mr Trump acknowledged cooperation with the National Archives.

“The media’s characterisation of my relationship with NARA [National Archives and Records Administration] is Fake News. It was exactly the opposite! It was a great honour to work with NARA to help formally preserve the Trump Legacy,” he said. (BBC)

Fifteen boxes of papers that Mr Trump should have turned over when he left the White House were instead taken to his home in Florida.

have said they continue to recognize the GNU. The parliament said this week that no elections would be held this year, after it and another political body amended the country’s temporary constitution, dismaying the many Libyans who had registered to vote.

The parliament’s move to choose a new prime minister may lead to a return to the situation before Dbeibah’s unity government was installed, with parallel administrations seeking to rule Libya from different cities.

However, analysts say that may not immediately trigger a return to civil war. (CNN)

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Haitian PM involved in planning the President’s assassination, says judge who oversaw case IN early September, a dozen heavily armed members of an elite team of Haitian law enforcement sat quietly in several undercover vehicles in the capital of Port-au-Prince, the stillness of the night pierced only by the occasional motorcycle passing by.

The veteran officers had all gone after high-profile targets before -- oligarchs, drug traffickers, gang leaders, even politicians.

But this operation felt different, according to extensive conversations CNN had with two sources involved in its planning.

This time, if they successfully executed their mission, the sources said it would change the trajectory of an entire nation by helping investigators prove their country’s prime minister was connected to an assassination.

Roughly two months earlier, in the early morning hours of July 7, 2021, Haitian President Jovenel Moïse was assassinated in the presidential residence.

More than two dozen armed men swarmed the president’s compound where they encountered little to no resistance from security forces there to protect the president.

Moïse was shot 12 times and killed. His wife, Martine Moïse, was also shot multiple times but survived.

The man in charge of organising the assassination squad, according to Haitian authorities, was a former Haitian anti-corruption official named Joseph Felix Badio, who was on the run.

But on that early September night, those undercover officers thought they knew exactly where Badio would be: at a meeting with Haitian Prime Minister Ariel Henry, inside his official residence in the capital.

A confidential informant had told the officers that Henry would meet with Badio that night. Since the assassination, the pair had already met twice in-person, according to investigators.

For weeks, Haitian investigators believed that Henry himself was involved in both the planning of the assassination and a subsequent cover-up.

A private meeting between Henry and one of the top suspects in the case, they believed, would help connect those dots.

The plan was to arrest Badio when he left the house and then, at a later date and with proof of the meeting in hand, arrest Henry as well.

But Badio never showed up.

Henry stayed inside all night, and after sunrise, the officers decided to abandon their mission.

Investigators told CNN they later learned that word of the would-be raid had leaked. Badio and Henry had been tipped off, they said, so the

Haitian PM Ariel Henry has denied any involvement in the assassination.

A ceremony for the slain Haitian President Jovenel Moïse in Port-au-Prince on July 20.

CNN has verified the recording by comparing it to other known recordings of Orélien and through extensive conversations CNN has had with him, as well as from voice messages. Orélien did not know he was being recorded.

“I don’t recall talking to anyone about the case in great detail,” said Orélien when asked about the recording. “Lots of people are trying to influence the case and I will not play their game.”

HENRY, THE SUSPECT

Haitian police transport two alleged suspects to a Port-au-Prince police station on July 8.

pair called it off.

The failed raid is just one example of Haitian investigators being thwarted in their attempts to investigate the assassination of the president.

Multiple law enforcement sources have told CNN one man lies at the centre of much of that obstruction: Ariel Henry. We are not identifying them for security reasons.

Those sources say they have laid out a series of questionable actions that, they say, detail the Prime Minister’s alleged involvement in the assassination: both in plotting Moïse’s death and in helping orchestrate the subsequent cover-up.

And, when two of the top judicial authorities sought potential charges against him, they were fired.

“Henry is at the centre of everything,” one investigator told CNN. “All he has done since taking over as PM is obstruct (the investigation) and f**k us over.”

CNN’s calls to Henry have not been returned, although he has previously denied any involvement in the assassination.

The Prime Minister has often described solving the murder case as a personal mission.

“Nothing. Absolutely nothing.

No political maneuver, no media campaign, no distraction can deter

me from this goal to bring justice for President Moïse,” Henry told world leaders at the United Nations General Assembly in September.

JUDGE: ‘ARIEL IS CONNECTED ... TO THE MASTERMIND’

The official case looking into the assassination is still proceeding in Haiti, but practically, it is all but dead. It has produced no new arrests, no new suspects or any evidence since August but technically, it continues.

Dozens of suspects arrested in the first few weeks after the assassination are still being held in a Haitian prison. None of them have been formally charged.

Until recently, Judge Garry Orélien was the top judicial official in Haiti overseeing the case.

In a recording taken in the fall of 2021, when he was still presiding over the investigation, Orélien makes his views on Henry’s involvement very clear.

“Ariel (Henry) is connected and friends with the mastermind of the assassination. They planned it with him. Ariel is a prime suspect of Jovenel Moïse’s assassination, and he knows it,” Orélien said in the recording, obtained exclusively by CNN.

Henry became prime minister on July 20 after a power-sharing agreement was brokered in the wake of Moïse’s death.

Moïse had nominated Henry to the post two days before he was killed, but Henry had not yet been sworn in at the time of Moïse’s death.

In mid-July, the American, French, European Union and other embassies in Haiti all called for Henry to lead the country in the interim, paving the way for him to take power.

But it didn’t take long for questions to arise about Henry’s alleged connections to at least one of the assassination’s participants, or his alleged attempts to shut down the investigation and cover it up.

In early August, just a couple of weeks after Henry’s inauguration, police investigators produced an initial report on the assassination, as required by Haitian law.

In that report, Haiti’s then-top prosecutor Bed-Ford Claude, said that there was clear evidence that phone calls were made between Henry and Badio, a top suspect in the assassination, in the hours after the President’s murder.

Claude went public with the evidence in early September, barring him from leaving the country and requesting in a letter that Henry appear for formal questioning.

“It is confirmed you, Ariel Henry, had multiple phone calls, especially two on July 7, (about two hours after the president was assassinated) at

4:03 AM and 4:20 AM with one of the main suspect(s) wanted in the assassination of President Jovenel Moïse, Joseph Felix Badio,” Claude said in the letter.

Claude told CNN shortly after the letter was released that he was discussing charges against Henry with a judge.

Henry declined to appear for questioning, and later, Henry told CNN he had “no recollection” of a phone call, “or if it took place.”

He said the allegations by Claude and his boss, Justice Minister Rockefeller Vincent, were merely political.

“I want to tell those who still have not understood, that the diversionary tactics to seed confusion and impede justice from doing its work serenely will not stand,” Henry wrote in a series of tweets.

Several days later, Henry fired Claude and Vincent.

“The evidence is overwhelming...

Ariel is one of the main suspects in my opinion,” Claude said to CNN recently when asked for comment.

“I wanted to indict Ariel Henry after questioning him and I think Ariel knew it, and fired me, and ignored my request (to come in for questioning),” he said.

Vincent, the justice minister, has gone into hiding in Haiti, fearing for his safety. He spoke to CNN in the fall about Henry from an undisclosed location.

“He should resign. And we are still waiting for him to resign,” he said. “Because on the night of the president’s death, a few hours later ... he had phone conversations with the president’s assassin,” Vincent said.

But multiple law enforcement sources have told CNN that any official inquiries into Moïse’s death have been stalled for months.

As a result of that inaction, CNN has learned a small group of investigators have quietly continued their work investigating the CONTINUED 

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Bahamas: Food inflation will stay at least a year BAHAMIANS were this week told to brace for a 12-month minimum of higher food costs, noting global trends particularly those in the United States that largely affect The Bahamas.

Gowon Bowe, Fidelity Bank Bahamas’ chief executive, said as rising food costs were foreshadowed for months, there should be no surprise from Bahamians who, he said, are at times too “lackadaisical” about the happenings of international markets.

Super Value’s Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Debra Symonette on Monday urged Bahamians to budget their money and brace for price increases on grocery items, as reported by a local daily. Ms Symonette said the price increases brought on by supply chain issues caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, coupled with the 10 percent increase in value-added tax (VAT) on breadbasket items, present a double “whammy” for some shoppers.

On Tuesday, Mr Bowe said as the increased cost of goods took several months to materialise, it was expected a return to what is considered normal pricing is also going to take some time.

He said: “…It shouldn’t have been a surprise to The Bahamas because when the United States catches a cold, we catch pneumonia and our greatest trading partner being the

Prices are expected to stay high for the rest of 2022.

United States means that as the cost of goods in the United States starts to go up the cost of goods in The Bahamas are going to go up as well.

“It may be a timing difference, which we were experiencing where we had the likes of Mr Roberts from Super Value who indicated that they had done a lot of advanced purchases in terms of during the summer months in particular to lock in prices.

“In terms of how long this is going to last, it’s a little bit of thinking about it as a freight train and that the train has left the station and it’s built up momentum in that inflation started because all of the money supply in the US created this euphoria and so spending increased

but with a limited supply the price went up because people were willing to buy higher or pay higher just so that they could get the things that they wanted.

“So, if you think about the weight and the momentum of a freight train, in order to slow it down it takes time and so this momentum that has led to inflation in the United States that is now having a knock-on effect in The Bahamas and global inflation that is taking place because of supply chain shortages really started to come through to The Bahamas.”

He continued: “We are going to have to brace ourselves for at least 12 months if not slightly longer and the reason being is we’ve seen the

build up of inflation over the last 12 months. So, it takes a long time to build momentum and it equally takes a long time to apply the brakes.

“The United States’ monetary policy of increasing interest rates is going to have the effect of starting to curtail spending, which then should have a knock on effect because if I have less to spend because my borrowing is now more costly and the environment is more costly because of interest taking disposable income out of the system, so I can’t borrow at cheap rates any more, then what it means is that okay I am going to have to forego certain items and that’s going to bring prices back to normal.”

He said supply shortages have

contributed to the current situation.

“There are less ships on the ocean because for whatever reason it may sound crazy but there are less containers available is what shipping companies are saying, meaning that being able to secure a 20ft or 40ft container empty now, not even with things in it, is difficult because there is hoarding of those types of containers.”

Last month Super Value’s principal Rupert Roberts warned Bahamian shoppers to brace for the possibility that increased food prices may be here to stay, warning: “I don’t believe in what goes up must come down.”

Mr Roberts told Tribune Business at the time that no one in the food industry knew whether the anticipated price rises, resulting from supply chain woes and other post-COVID factors, will prevail for one or five years, but, he said, prices rarely came down after an increase.

While estimating that the 13-store supermarket chain has “put through” cost increases on a small minority of its 30,000 product lines up to that point, he added that the possibility of up to 20 percent price hikes “on most items” by year-end 2022 could not be discounted based on US inflation estimates and information he was receiving from suppliers in The Bahamas’ northern neighbour.

(Tribune242)

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assassination, determined not to let impunity rule the day.

“I’m not afraid for my life,” one investigator told CNN when asked if he feared for his safety. “You can’t kill a president and just get away with it.”

Several of those investigators now say that Badio, who still remains at large in Haiti, is currently under Henry’s protection and is being hidden from authorities who would arrest him, if given the chance.

“Henry is doing his best to shield Badio from us because he knows that if we get Badio, he could give up the entire operation, including proving definitively who the masterminds are,” one investigator told CNN. Henry’s attempts at obstructing justice are clear, according to multiple Haitian law enforcement officials CNN has spoken to.

But there are also a number of other developments that, while not directly attributable to Henry, have unfolded under his administration -- developments the group of investigators say are not coincidental.

‘IT WON’T SEE THE LIGHT OF DAY’

For one, the preliminary report

about the assassination, produced in August, failed to progress into a full-blown investigation after it was submitted to judicial authorities.

The report included evidence seized from the phones of suspects that had been arrested shortly after the president was murdered, according to a copy of the report seen by CNN. Investigators said they saw messages on at least one of these phones that alluded to bank transfers between the US and Haiti -- transfers that investigators believe could provide crucial evidence in finding out who funded the assassination plot.

However, when investigators requested permission in August to expand their investigation, as required by Haitian law, including following up on the alleged bank transfers, they never received an answer from the head of the judicial police, Frédéric Leconte.

A source close to the investigation told CNN that investigators have never been given any reason why their request was ignored.

“That means there is no longer a formal investigation in Haiti into the president’s assassination,” the source told CNN. “It’s incredibly frustrating.”

Leconte, who reports to both the Minister of Justice and to Henry, could not be reached for comment.

Henry then reshuffled his cabinet in November, appointing a lawyer, Berto Dorcé, as justice minister.

Prior to that appointment, Dorcé was among several attorneys who filed a letter to the country’s top prosecutor arguing that Henry should not be forced to answer questions about his alleged complicity in the assassination, citing Henry’s executive privilege.

Dorcé was arrested for drug trafficking in 1997, according to a Haiti law enforcement source, a charge he said at the time was untrue.

He now oversees huge swaths of the justice apparatus in Haiti. That gives him the ability to block any further requests from prosecutors or judges to question or charge Henry.

There is no official record of him blocking such a request. But at least one of the judges, Orélien, who could have questioned Henry or sought charges against him while leading the investigation, believed he wouldn’t get very far if he tried.

In the secret recording from November, Orélien is asked why he has not gone after Henry legally, given that he believes Henry is

complicit in the assassination and the cover-up.

“Do you think I can touch Ariel (Henry) now? How can I do that? I won’t be able to give (any order to indict him), it won’t see the light of day,” Orélien said.

Dorcé did not respond to CNN’s request for comment.

“It all can’t be just a coincidence,” one investigator said. “All of these things are connected.”

As the group of investigators continue to search for justice, there are growing calls for Henry to step down.

“Ariel Henry doesn’t have any legitimacy or credibility to govern.

His positions might send us to a deeper crisis,” said James Beltis, president of the Transition National Council, a group of Haitian civil society leaders who want to install an independent transitional government to oversee the next round of elections.

But Henry has no plans to step aside, something the US government has so far raised no opposition to.

However, when asked by CNN why the US continues to support a prime minister that investigators have clearly implicated in the presidential assassination, a US State Department spokesperson conspicuously made no mention of

backing Henry, and referred CNN to the US Department of Justice and to the government of Haiti.

CNN also asked why the US government has stayed so quiet on the claims against Henry.

“The United States has vocally and repeatedly supported a thorough, independent investigation into President Moïse’s assassination consistent with both Haitian law and international rule of law standards,” said the spokesperson. “We want to see those who planned, funded, and carried out the assassination of President Moïse held accountable.

The Haitian people need to see a transparent process and resolution to this investigation to demonstrate that perpetrators of such heinous crimes cannot escape justice.”

The US Justice Department has ramped up its own investigation into the assassination, recently extraditing and charging two top suspects in the case for allegedly planning the assassination on US soil. According to the federal complaint, one of the men provided the arms and ammunition to kill Haiti’s President.

Two Haitian investigators told CNN they believe that if their US counterparts keep digging, Henry will emerge as a key suspect for them as well. (CNN)

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Johnson broke law over No 10 parties, says ex-PM Sir John Major BORIS Johnson and his officials “broke lockdown laws” over parties held in Downing Street, Conservative former Prime Minister Sir John Major has said.

He accused the government of feeling it “need not obey the rules”, adding: “Outright lies breed contempt.”

Sir John’s comments come while 12 gatherings are still being investigated by the Metropolitan Police.

Mr Johnson, who is coming under pressure to quit, said he was looking forward to the process being completed.

That would be “the time to say something” on the matter, the PM added, as he answered questions during a Nato conference in Brussels.

Downing Street declined to comment on the details of Sir John’s criticism, with a spokesman saying: “People are free to give their opinions.”

The Met is reviewing its previous decision not to investigate a Christmas quiz in No 10 in 2020, after the Mirror published a photograph of Mr Johnson with three aides - wearing tinsel and a Santa hat - near a bottle of sparkling wine.

It also announced on Wednesday that it was emailing more than 50 people as part of its existing inquiry into lockdown parties.

Mr Johnson - who is known to

Sir John’s comments come while 12 gatherings are still being investigated by the Metropolitan Police.

have attended three gatherings - and wife Carrie are among those expected to be contacted. But Downing Street said the prime minister had so far not been approached and it would not discuss other individuals.

The Met said people emailed would not necessarily have to pay a fine, adding that this would “normally” happen where officers believed regulations had been breached without reasonable excuse.

But, in a speech to the Institute for Government think tank, Sir John said: “At No 10, the prime minister and officials broke lockdown laws.

“Brazen excuses were dreamed up. Day after day the public was

asked to believe the unbelievable.

Ministers were sent out to defend the indefensible - making themselves look gullible or foolish.”

Sir John, in office from 1990 to 1997, added: “The prime minister and our present government not only challenge the law, but also seem to believe that they, and they alone, need not obey the rules, traditions, conventions - call them what you will - of public life.

“The charge that there is one law for the government, and one for everyone else is politically deadly and it has struck home.”

Sir John, who has previously criticised Mr Johnson over his

handling of Brexit and called the government “politically corrupt” in its treatment of the House of Commons, said: “When ministers respond to legitimate questions with preprepared sound bites, or half-truths, or misdirection, or wild exaggeration, then respect for government and politics dies a little more.”

He urged the prime minister to introduce a “fully independent” guardian of ethics in politics and new laws to limit political funding by individuals, companies and trade unions.

“Parliament is an echo chamber,” he said. “Lies can become accepted as fact, which...has consequences for policy and for reputation.

“That is why deliberate lies to Parliament have been fatal to political careers - and must always be so.”

In a question and answer session after the speech, Sir John appeared to soften his claim that the prime minister had broken lockdown laws, saying there seemed “little doubt” they had been breached but that it would not be “prudent” to prejudge the police report.

Sir John also said it was wrong to take democracy for granted, as it had “shrunk a little” globally in recent years, and that the UK’s reputation overseas had “fallen because of our conduct”.

Labour, the Liberal Democrats,

the SNP and some Conservative MPs have called for Mr Johnson to resign over the Downing Street gatherings.

If 54 Tory MPs write letters declaring no confidence in the prime minister, this will prompt a vote by all Tory MPs, which would see Mr Johnson ousted, should he lose.

Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey said Sir John had shown “bravery”, adding: “This damning criticism should act as a wake-up call to every Conservative MP who is sitting on their hands while Boris Johnson trashes the values that underpin our democracy.”

The Met investigation began after Sue Gray, the senior civil servant looking into the gatherings, passed on her findings.

Her interim report criticised “failures of leadership and judgement” within government, while her full findings are expected to come out after the Met concludes its investigation.

Mr Johnson said; “That [Met investigation] process must be completed and I’m looking forward to it being completed, and that’s the time to say something on that.”

And Defence Secretary Ben Wallace told BBC Radio 4’s Today programme: “The prime minister has said he will be full and transparent.

He will notify [the public] if he is receiving any form of fine et cetera.”

(BBC)

Prince Charles tests positive for Covid for second time PRINCE Charles is in isolation having tested positive for Covid-19, Clarence House has said.

The heir to the British throne, who is 73 years old, had to cancel his attendance at an event in the English city of Winchester on Thursday, according to a statement from his official Twitter account. He had been due to unveil a statue of a Jewish business woman from medieval times.

In a statement issued at midday local time, Clarence House tweeted: “This morning The Prince of Wales has tested positive for COVID-19 and is now self-isolating.

“HRH is deeply disappointed not to be able to attend today’s events in Winchester and will look to reschedule his visit as soon as possible.”

This is the second time he has tested positive. Charles first tested positive in late March 2020, as countries around the world were first feeling the effects of the pandemic.

Back in 2020 Prince William also

tested positive, soon after his father.

Charles said at the time that he had been lucky to only experience mild symptoms, adding he’d “got away with it quite lightly.”

The prince is fully vaccinated, PA Media reported, but Clarence House has not confirmed when he last came into physical contact with his mother, the Queen.

The Queen marked her platinum jubilee on Sunday by expressing her “sincere wish” that her daughterin-law, the Duchess of Cornwall, should become Queen Consort once Charles is king.

Charles’ positive test comes just hours after he spent the evening meeting dozens of people at the British Museum celebrating the work of the British Asian Trust, of which he is the founding patron.

The trust reported that during his address at the event, the prince -- who was accompanied by his wife, Camilla -- said: “I cannot quite believe it is almost two years to the day that my wife and myself were

Prince Charles is now isolating having tested positive for Covid-19 for the second time.

able to be with all of you to celebrate the work of the British Asian Trust.

Since then, across the globe, there has been terrible loss of life from COVID-19 and we have especially seen the devastating impact throughout South Asia. In these most challenging times, the British Asian Trust has run four significant fundraising appeals which have so far raised almost £20m ($27 million).”

Also in attendance at the event were the UK Chancellor Rishi

Sunak and Home Secretary Priti Patel.

PA reported that the duchess continued with her engagements Thursday, visiting Paddington Haven, a sexual assault referral center in west London.

Back in December Charles and Camilla released a statement commemorating the one-year anniversary of the administration of the world’s first Covid-19 vaccine, urging more people to take up the shot.

“It is the most enormous tribute to the remarkable ingenuity and determination of everyone involved that, one year after the first Covid-19 vaccination, more than a hundred million doses have now been delivered,” the statement said.

The world’s first Covid-19 vaccine dose was administered to 90-year-old Margaret Keenan in the United Kingdom on December 8, 2020, nine months after the World Health Organization declared the global pandemic. (CNN)

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Ukraine tensions: Russia begins military drills with Belarus RUSSIA and Belarus have started 10 days of joint military drills amid ongoing fears of a Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Belarus is a close ally of Russia and has a long border with Ukraine.

France called the drills - believed to be Russia’s biggest deployment to Belarus since the Cold War - a “violent gesture”. Ukraine says they amount to “psychological pressure”.

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Thursday that Europe faces its biggest security crisis in decades.

Russia has repeatedly denied any plans to invade Ukraine despite massing more than 100,000 troops at the border.

But the US and other Western countries have warned that an attack could come at any time.

The exercises - known as Allied Resolve 2022 - are taking place close to the Belarusian border with Ukraine, which is a little over 1,000km (620 miles) long.

There are fears that if Russia tries to invade Ukraine, the exercises put Russian troops close to the Ukrainian capital, Kyiv, making an attack on the city easier.

Belarus leader Alexander Lukashenko is a firm ally of Russian President Vladimir Putin and the two countries have created a socalled “Union State” which includes economic and military integration.

The Kremlin backed Mr Lukashenko after a disputed election in 2020 that led to protests in Belarus.

‘PSYCHOLOGICAL PRESSURE’

The US says some 30,000 Russian troops are expected to take part in the

Nato says the joint drills mark Russia’s biggest deployment to ex-Soviet Belarus since the Cold War

drills with Belarus, although Moscow and Minsk have not disclosed the exact number of participants.

The objective of the war games is to practice “repelling external aggression with a defensive operation”, according to the Russian defence ministry. Troops will also perform drills to protect the border and block delivery channels for weapons and ammunition.

Russia insists that it has the right to move its troops freely across its own territory and that of its allies with their agreement. It says the troops in Belarus will return to their bases after the exercises.

A Kremlin spokesman described

the joint drills as serious, saying Russia and Belarus were being “confronted with unprecedented threats”.

Russia is also holding naval exercises in the Black Sea and Sea of Azov - both on Ukraine’s southern flank - which Kyiv called “an unjustified complication of international shipping”, that is making navigation in both seas “virtually impossible”.

But Ukraine and its Western allies have expressed concern over the drills.

“The accumulation of forces at the border is psychological pressure from our neighbours,” Ukrainian

President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Thursday.

French Foreign Minister JeanYves Le Drian told France Inter radio that it was a “very violent gesture”, and the US has called the exercises an “escalatory” move.

‘DANGEROUS MOMENT’

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson is travelling to Brussels and Warsaw on Thursday in support of Nato allies.

After meeting Nato’s Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg he said he didn’t think a decision about a Russian invasion of Ukraine had been made yet, but warned that “this is probably the most dangerous

moment... in what is the biggest security crisis that Europe has faced for decades”.

Meanwhile the UK’s Foreign Secretary Liz Truss met her Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov in Moscow on Thursday. She said Russia should move its troops away from the Ukrainian border if it was serious about using diplomacy to defuse the crisis.

Mr Lavrov said he was disappointed with the talks and accused Western politicians of using Ukraine as a “crutch” to “improve their ratings”.

Moscow says it cannot accept that Ukraine - a former Soviet republic with deep social and cultural ties with Russia - could one day join the Western defence alliance Nato and has demanded that this be ruled out. It has been backing an armed rebellion in eastern Ukraine since 2014.

Russia’s EU ambassador Vladimir Chizhov, however, told the BBC that his country still believed diplomacy could help de-escalate the crisis over Ukraine.

Further talks aimed at reducing the tensions are expected to take place later on Thursday, and will include Russian and Ukrainian envoys along with France and Germany - known as the Normandy quartet.

There is some suggestion that a renewed focus on the so-called Minsk agreements - which sought to end the conflict in eastern Ukraine could be used as a basis to defuse the current crisis.

Ukraine, Russia, France and Germany backed the accords in 2014-2015. (BBC)

Freedom Convoy: Canada trucker protests force car plant shutdowns TWO of the world’s biggest carmakers, Ford and Toyota, say production is being disrupted by trucker protests in Canada.

Plants have been forced to shut because car parts are being held up at two US border points blocked by truckers protesting against a vaccine mandate.

Canada’s Transport Minister, Omar Alghabra, called it an illegal economic blockade against all Canadians.

The trade disruption is estimated to be costing $300m (£221m) a day.

Truckers blocking the most important border crossing, the Ambassador Bridge, waved Canadian flags and banners denouncing Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, who has refused to scrap a rule requiring truckers entering Canada to be fully immunised against coronavirus.

The demonstrators have also voiced opposition to Covid passports and the requirement to wear masks.

Toyota, the world’s biggest car

manufacturer, has halted production at three factories in Ontario, saying no more vehicles will be produced there this week.

Output has also been halted at a Ford engine factory, while Stellantis, which owns Chrysler, said parts shortages had affected shifts at its Ontario plant.

The shutdowns come as a further blow to the car industry, which was already struggling with a global shortage of semiconductor chips due to the economic effects of the pandemic.

Industry experts say that the protests could result in company layoffs and increase the prices that consumers pay for vehicles.

The demonstrations began late last month in central Ottawa, where about 400 trucks remain.

Michelle Krebs, a senior analyst with Autotrader in Detroit, told AFP that North American assembly plants relied on timely parts deliveries across the Ambassador

Protesters blocked the last entrance to the Ambassador Bridge on the US border on Wednesday.

Bridge.

She said the car industry was “a significant portion of the economy and an important portion of consumer spending - it’s the secondlargest purchase people make - and it’s been hampered in the past year”.

Another key trade link between

Coutts, Alberta and Sweet Grass, Montana has also been blocked by protesters for several days.

The White House has called for an end to the protests, saying they risk hurting the car industry and US agricultural exports.

Mr Trudeau has hit out at the

protests as “unacceptable”, saying they are “negatively impacting businesses and manufacturers”, The prime minister returned to parliament on Monday following a week-long isolation after he caught coronavirus.

He has refused to budge on federal Covid measures, even as some provinces begin lifting their restrictions.

The prime minister has faced criticism from within his own party over his handling of the protests, which come as infections from the Omicron variant decline significantly.

Meanwhile, interim Conservative leader Candice Bergen accused Mr Trudeau on Wednesday of wanting a “permanent pandemic”.

The protests in Canada have inspired similar events around the world from Australia and New Zealand to France. Online chatter is building for a trucker protest in Washington DC. (BBC)

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JOB VACANCIES CAR WASHERS

V A C A N C I E S Projetech Construction Management & Services Ltd., wishes to recruit the following key staff to join its team. These opportunities have arisen due to a substantial increase in potential workload. We encourage Turks and Caicos Islanders to apply. In some instances, recent graduates with a strong drive to succeed may be considered. For each role remuneration and benefits will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Successful candidates must be prepared to work flexible hours, including holidays and weekends.

PROJECT MANAGER

Preferred applicants should be able to demonstrate suitable experience as a Project Manager on large commercial and residential building projects, together with a suitable professional qualification in Construction Management. A proven track record demonstrating the ability to complete projects on time, within budget, to a high standard of quality, and all within a demanding schedule must be shown. Strong leadership, communication and organization skills are essential, together with experience with very high quality finishings. Experience with Construction Management Software packages such as Procore, UDA, or similar would be an advantage.

QUANTITY SURVEYOR

Preferred applicants should be able to demonstrate suitable experience as a Quantity Surveyor on large commercial and residential building projects, together with a suitable professional qualification in Quantity Surveying.

General duties will include preliminary budgeting, the preparation of detailed Bills of Quantities, project estimating, the procurement of materials, labour and subcontractors, financial forecasting, and reporting, managing all contractual and legal issues, and general commercial control in all aspects. A proven track record demonstrating the ability to manage all commercial aspects of construction projects must be shown. Strong leadership, communication, organization and presentation skills are essential.

PROJECT SITE ENGINEER

Preferred applicants should be able to demonstrate suitable experience as a Project Site Engineer on large commercial and residential building projects, together with a suitable professional qualification in Construction Technology. A proven track record demonstrating the ability to complete projects on time, within budget, to a high standard of quality, and all within a demanding schedule must be shown. The main role of this position is to accurately provide line and level for the trades and the successful candidate must be fully conversant with setting out techniques using GPS, Total Station, Theodolite etc. Strong leadership, communication and organization skills are essential, together with experience with very high quality finishings.

GENERAL FOREMAN

Preferred applicants should be able to demonstrate suitable experience as a General Foreman on large commercial and residential building projects, together with a suitable professional qualification in Construction Management. A proven track record demonstrating the ability to complete projects on time, within budget, to a high standard of quality, and all within a demanding schedule must be shown. Strong leadership, communication and organization skills are essential, together with an in-depth knowledge of construction trades and techniques using very high quality finishings.

Applications must be made in writing and should include career history and the names and contact details of at least two references. Interested Turks and Caicos Islanders should also submit copies of their application to the Labour Department.

All applications will be properly reviewed and suitably qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. Applications should be received by 16t February 2022 and sent to:

PROJETECH CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT & SERVICES LTD. Morgan House, 18 Sandcastle Road, Grace Bay, Providenciales Tel 941 3508. Fax 941 5824. Email info@projetech.tc

DUTIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING: • Hose down loose dirt from the exterior of cars • Mix soap solution in the exact quantity needed for washing cars • Use cloth and sponges to scrub away stubborn stains or built-up dirt • Soap the entire car making sure that soap does not get into engine parts • Adjust water pressure in water hoses and rinse the soap off the car • Use a dry cloth or electric drier to dry the exterior of the car • Ensure that tires are soaped and watered down properly • Scrub tires to get rid of stubborn dirt and mud • Ensure that the mudguards are cleaned from within the arch • Dust and vacuum the interior of the car • Dust and wash car mats and ensure that they have dried properly before putting them back in place • Remove trash from the car and clean seats and surfaces • Ensure that door trims and hinges are cleaned properly • Polish and wax both the interior and the exterior of the car • Maintains inventories of supplies • Maintains equipment (hoses, vacuums, etc.) and keep them in good working condition • Maintains safety, cleanliness and orderliness of the assigned area • Performs other duties and tasks as may be assigned by Management from time to time.

• Salary range is from $7 to $10 per hour.

LABOURER DUTIES INCLUDE: • Daily maintenance of the buildings and surroundings • Cleaning and repair of company facilities and equipment • Stocking shelves, moving parts • Unloading containers and or deliveries • Able to drive a range of vehicles including buses, and manual vehicles • Must be courteous at all times, • Must have a valid driver’s license • With little or no supervision • Willing to work on weekends and holidays • Salary range is from $7 to $10 per hour

HOUSEKEEPER DUTIES INCLUDE: • Daily maintenance of the house and surroundings • Performs variety of cleaning activities such as sweeping, mopping, dusting and polishing • Ensures all rooms are cared for and inspected according to standards • Protect equipment and ensure that they are functioning and operational at all times • Ensures that cleaning supplies are available at all times.

• Willing to work on weekends and holidays • Salary range is from $7 to $10 per hour

TCI AUTO GROUP BAYVIEW MOTORS, LTD. NAPA AVIS CAR RENTALS PAYLESS CAR RENTALS

Email Address: hr@tciautogroup.com Address: 1063 Leeward Highway, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands Phone #: 946-4114 Belongers only apply 28734

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THE TCIAA IS ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS:

PROJECT MANAGER SUMMARY POSITION PURPOSE: The Project Manager/Engineer will design, plan, and supervise the construction of infrastructure projects such as buildings, roads, pipelines, water, electrical, and sewage systems. Where applicable, directs and oversees junior subordinate staff members regarding construction, operations and /or maintenance tasks and assignments at the project site.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Civil Engineer preferred.

• Licensure as professional engineer (PE) required.

• Certified qualification in Project Management.

• A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in Project management and civils.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES • Knowledge and understanding of civil engineering principles, practices, and tools.

• Proficient in computer-assisted design (CAD) and other design, data recording, and analyzation software.

• Knowledge and understanding of materials, methods, and tools involved in the construction or repair of buildings, roads, and other related structures.

• Thorough understanding and knowledge of safety regulations related to assigned projects.

• Ability to identify and solve complex problems.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to be both creative and analytical.

• Extremely detail-oriented and accurate.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (include, but not limited to): • Consults with and provides guidance to project stakeholders and managerial staff regarding engineering requirements for construction of various designs, modifications, and structural repairs.

• Uses design software and drawing tools to accurately render and communicate designs; plans and designs other necessary and related systems and structures such as transportation or hydraulics.

• Assesses strength of foundations, concrete, asphalt, or steel by testing materials and soil.

• Sets design specifications by computing load and grade requirements, material stress factors, water flow rates, and similar parameters.

• Plans projects based on the analysis of relevant materials such as drawings, blueprints, aerial photography, survey reports, maps, and other geologic and topographical data.

• Drafts and presents reports on topics related to projects such as environmental impact statements and right-of way descriptions.

• Estimates materials, equipment, and labor needed to determine project costs.

• Collaborates with architects and contractors to ensure projects progress properly.

• Collaborates with surveyors (or directs and participates in surveying) to establish installations or reference points, grades, elevations, and other

factors that will affect construction.

• Monitors project progress and ensures design specifications, safety, and sanitation standards are met.

• On completion of a project inspects, repairs, and maintains the structure as needed.

• Preform other related duties as assigned.

Salary Range: $90,000.00 to $100,000.00 per annum.

PROJECT OFFICER RESPONSIBILITIES • preparing documents to put out tenders for contractors; • project management and supervising and coordinating work of contractors; • investigating availability and suitability of options for new premises; • calculating and comparing costs for required goods or services to achieve maximum value for money; • planning for future development in line with strategic business objectives; • managing and leading change to ensure minimum disruption to core activities; • liaising with tenants of commercial properties; • directing and planning essential central services such as property security, maintenance, archiving, cleaning, waste disposal and recycling; • ensuring the building meets health and safety requirements; • planning best allocation and utilization of space and resources for new buildings, or re-organising current premises; • checking that agreed work by staff or contractors has been completed satisfactorily and following up on any deficiencies; • responding appropriately to emergencies or urgent issues as they arise.

• Establish and promote a safe working environment and culture, conducive to good and efficient working practice • Ensure that all of the Authority’s assets are properly maintained.

CORE COMPETENCIES: This position requires understanding and knowledge of ICAO standard and recommended practices with emphasis on Annex 9 – Facilitation, and IATA, a general knowledge and experience in building and or related maintenance industry, risk and project management.

The successful candidate is expected to possess the following skills and expertise: • Be proficient and conversant in project and risk management relatable to airport operations and procedures • Ability to provide vision and leadership in a changing environment • Excellent written and oral communication skills • Excellent interpersonal and conflict management skills • Ability to work under pressure, independently and in a team.

• Logical thinker with good problem-solving skills QUALIFICATIONS: EITHER: (a) A Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree or equivalent in Project Management or Engineering from a recognized institution with a minimum three (3) years appropriate management experience.

Preference will be given to degrees, certifications and experience in building/construction related, and Property Management fields.

Salary: $$48,000.00 to $60,000.00 per annum

RECEPTIONIST

POST LOCATION: PROVIDENCIALES JOB PURPOSE: To manage our front desk area and perform a variety of administrative and clerical task.

RESPONSIBILITIES: MAIN TASKS: • Serve visitors by greeting, welcoming and directing them appropriately.

• Notifies company personnel of visitor’s arrival.

• Maintain switch board phone system by answering, screening and forwarding incoming phone calls.

• Electronic and manual filing • Maintaining TCIAA filing system • Compose and prepare confidential corresponding, report and minutes.

• Informs visitors by answering or referring inquires.

• Maintain visitors daily log book.

• Ensure reception area is tidy and presentable.

• Update calendar and schedule meetings.

• Arrange travel and accommodations.

• Assisting colleagues with Administrative and HR task.

• Perform a range of clerical duties.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRMENTS: • Ability to build positive relationships with a high level of professionalism and interpersonal skills.

• Excellent talent to interact with people in a positive and courteous manner.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to prioritize tasks according to importance in a fast-paced environment.

• Multi-tasking capability without compromising on quality.

• Must be proficient in handling office equipment including telephones, printers etc.

• Dependable, punctual, and able to work flexible working hours.

• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, specifically MS Word and Excel.

EDUCATION: • Associates Degree or equivalent is an asset in Business Administration or related field.

Salary Range: $24,000.00 to $30,000.00

INTEREST PERSONS MUST SUBMIT THEIR RESUME, AND COVER LETTER BEFORE: FEBRUARY 15, 2022 TO:

HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER, TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS AIRPORTS AUTHORITY PROVIDENCIALES INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT TELEPHONE# 649-941-8692, FAX# 9415996. EMAIL: HRRECRUITMENT@TCIAIRPORTS.COM

24 CLASSIFIEDS GERMAN CIGAR PUB Off Old Airport Road Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

BARMAID

Duties: To take client orders.

Mix and Serve drinks. Keep counter areas clean. Must be willing to work Irregular, long and late hours. Salary: $8.00 per hour

CONTACT: 241-4979

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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HOLIDAY CONSTRUCTION South Back Salina Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

MASON

Duties: To prep and layout Foundations, lay blocks, pour Belt beams, plaster finishes on buildings, form and pour concrete Salary: $8.00 per hour.

CONTACT: 243-5281

West Road, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

BARBER

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CONTACT: 241-4383

CONTACT: 232-1400 Belongers are encouraged to Send a copy of their resume To the Labour Board. This position is held by a Work permit holder.

MARGARET SKIPPINGS

Duties: To clean and maintain premises Remove all trash and debris to the dump, and any Other chores as assigned. SALARY: $7.50 per hour.

Duties: Welcome clients as they arrive in the shop 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

Belongers are asked to send a copy of their resume to The Labour Board. This position is Currently held by a work permit Holder.

28923

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

28915

Palm Grove, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Duties: To clean and maintain premises Remove all trash and debris to the dump, and any Other chores as assigned. SALARY: $7.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 242-0192

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

28913

JEM HOSPITALITY LTD

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BARTENDER

KVANAR LTD is seeking a

Procurement Specialist For immediate employment QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE NEEDED: • Hold a minimum of 5 years’ experience in the purchasing of construction materials ranging from rough/first fix materials to finish/final fix items.

• Have a concise understanding of all construction materials including, but not limited to, lumber & masonry products, windows, doors, hardware, appliances, cabinetry, electrical & plumbing materials, tiles, drywall, paint etc.

• Excellent written and oral skills and advanced experience in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Plan swift (or equivalent) and is able to create detailed purchasing schedules, financial analysists, procurement programs, take offs and reports.

• Must have the ability to easily read and understand construction drawings & plans and provide detailed take offs from the same and have a good understanding of physical construction schedules.

• Be willing to seek out new suppliers, negotiate competitive pricing and assist the office with purchase orders and monthly construction claims.

• Have experience in shipping logistics, preparing all necessary documentation to ship, receive and inventory materials ordered.

• Extensive experience in design build projects would be an asset as the employee will work closely with the design department in the development of future projects.

• Employee must be fluent in written and oral English. Other written and oral languages would be an asset (in particular French and Spanish).

SALARY $52,000 per annum, plus company Cell Phone. Annual Bonus Scheme Offered based upon Employee and Company Performance.

PLEASE EMAIL RÉSUMÉ AND COVERING LETTER TO INFO@KVANAR.COM AND ALSO DELIVER A COPY TO OUR MAIN OFFICE AT THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS: 390 LEEWARD HIGHWAY, LONG BAY, PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS (TEL 649 333 2210).

Mix and serve drinks following set standard recipes. Greet guests in a timely manner and take orders. Process cash and credit card transactions following appropriate procedures. Maintain a safe and clean environment for guests and team. Provide high quality service to customers. Adhere to all local and national liquor laws. Carry out all tasks with attention to detail, cleanliness, and safety. Assist with inventory and inventory control.

Candidate should haveat least 2 years of experience in a bar or similar environment. Must be 21 years of age and possess basic mathematical skills. Must be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time.

Strong knowledge of spirits, wine, champagne, and mixed cocktails.

Strong customer service and interpersonal skills. POS Experience. Must be able to work day and evening shifts, weekends and public holidays.

Salary Range – $6.50-$7.50 per hour depending on experience.

SERVER

Ensure a customer is greeted and waited on by presenting in depth knowledge of the menu. Take food orders and ensure guests are receiving the correct order. Double check the order before it goes to a customer.

Organize food tickets for the chefs. Deliver food from the kitchen to the correct customer. Set/place silverware on a table and clean off a table after customers have left. Answer any questions from customers. Refill customer drinks as needed. Ability to listen to directions. Should possess great organizational skills and be able to move at least 40 pounds. Able to stand on feet for at least 8 hours with ability to juggle multiple tasks at once. Must have ability to remain calm under stressful situations.

Knowledge of food safety. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

POS Experience. Must be able to work day and evening shifts, weekends and public holidays. Salary Range – $6.50-$7.50 per hour depending on experience.

All applicants are required to produce a clean police record. All positions require fully flexible hours during working days, nights, weekends and public holidays. Employment includes enrollment in national health insurance and national insurance as specified by Law. Apply with resume and cover letter via email to:

Islanders applying for this positon are encouraged, in addition to providing a copy of their resume and covering letter to the company, to provide the same to the TCIG Labour Department.

Applicants should be aware that one of the requirements of the interview for this position will be for the candidate to provide a live demonstration of their ability to read construction drawings, operate take off software and produce associated schedules.

This position is currently held by a work permit holder.

KEVAR K. FORBES

KENDAL SAUNDERS

K.A.S. CUTS, James Street, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

28929

Marsha Blanche Email: marsha@misickstanbrook.tc Tel.:(649) 946-4732

28831

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February 12-18, 2022 MARIE PIERRE

Back Salina, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

Duties: Regular Cleaning, mopping sweeping, and dusting and any other Chores as needed.

SALARY: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 247-7588

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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MCM CONSTRUCTION

SARAH JENNINGS

Old Airport Road, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ an

Palm Grove, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

ELECTRICIAN

DOMESTIC WORKER

DUTIES: Install and Maintain wiring, Repair and replace Wiring and equipment, Trenching and cutting Walls. Salary: $8.00 per hour

Duties: Regular Cleaning, mopping sweeping, and dusting and any other Chores as needed.

SALARY: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 244-3135

CONTACT: 243-7299

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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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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LANDSCAPE SUPERVISOR • Applicants must possess a minimum of 10 years’ experience, with knowledge of native plants / chemicals and fertilizer sprays, be able to work with minimum supervision. Applicants must be knowledgeable in propagation and greenhouse climate. Applicants must be able to use QuickBooks for billing and must be willing to work outdoors with irregular hours.

• Salary commensurate on experience.

• Must be on a supervisory level and assist with team management and delegation as well as handling work schedules. Driver’s License is necessary as well as good spoken English. Applicants should know how to operate heavy machinery as well as guide them. Good knowledge of irrigation system, installation and maintenance is necessary.

INTERESTED APPLICANTS INCLUDING ISLANDERS/BELONGERS CAN BRING ALL APPLICATIONS TO SERVICES BY EA LTD. LOCATED AT #65 BEECHWOOD ROAD, GRACE BAY, PROVIDENCIALES OR E-MAIL TO 649.941.5579 YVONNE@EAGROUPTCI.COM. SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE NOTIFIED BY PHONE FOR INTERVIEW. WORK PERMIT HOLDERS CURRENTLY HOLD THIS POSITION. 28829

PROVO PONIES

32 Dolphin Lane, Long Bay Hills, Providenciales

STABLE HAND/GUIDE WANTED Full time/$15. per hour

• Applicant must have a minimum of 10 year experience in all aspects of stable maintenance. This includes: • Riding and horse handling (grooming, tacking up, cleaning tack, cleaning stalls, and lunging) • Knowledge of Equine Nutrition • Must have experience in teaching English lessons jumping to 3 feet. Teaching adults and children (mainly tourists) basic riding skills.

• Basic hoof trimming an asset. Should know basic equine medical care.

• Experience in breaking and training young horses and handling spirited horses.

• Must be able to organize a ride, guide and supervise inexperienced riders on trail rides. Must have own phone. Must weigh 150 pounds or less. Must speak English fluently, second language an asset. Have knowledge in basic accounting is a bonus, Quickbooks, Excel. Further computer experience is an asset. Will work weekends and holidays.

CALL 649-241-6350 OR BRING YOU CV BY THE STABLE OFFICE AT THE ADDRESS ABOVE OR SEND CV TO PROVOPONIESTCI@GMAIL.COM BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD.

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VACANCIES

EACH COMPANY IS LOOKING FOR SUITABLY QUALIFIED PERSONS TO FILL THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS:

GORDON SUPPLY

STORE CLERK

– position held by a work permit holder

DUTIES: • Assists customers in locating items on the sales floor.

• Retrieves items from the stockroom as needed.

• Explains product features and benefits to customers.

• Processes register transactions.

• Assists in taking store inventory.

• Maintains inventory records.

• Restocks items on the sales floor.

• Makes sure store is neat and well organized.

• Answers customer questions about items in stock.

• Addresses and resolves customer issues and concerns.

• Answers store telephones, assists callers • Must be willing to work weekends and Holidays Ratte $7.25 – 7.50 per hour

GORDON ELECTRIC

ELECTRICIAN

– Position to be held by a work permit holder

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

PLUMBER

– Position to be help by a work permit holder

DUTIES • Interprets blueprints and building specifications to map layout for pipes, drainage systems, and other plumbing materials • Installs pipes and fixtures, such as sinks and toilets, for water, gas, steam, air, or other liquids • Installs supports for pipes, equipment, and fixtures prior to installation • Assembles fittings and valves for installation • Installs water heaters • Tests plumbing systems for leaks and other problems • Analyses problem and identifies appropriate tools and materials for repair • Performs inspections of plumbing systems to identify and replace worn parts Rate starting at $9 - $13 per hour

LABOURER

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

THE LODGINGS

VILLA HOUSEKEEPER – To be held by work permit holder

DUTIES: • Answer immediately to request from guests, as well as from other departments • Load cart with supplies such as linens and move it to the required area • Enter guest rooms by adhering to proper procedures and ensure they are vacant • Replace used amenities in guest rooms • Provide clean linens and terry for dirty ones • Fold towels, make beds, and ensure bathrooms are clean • Take away, room service items, dirty linen, and trash • Perform check on all room appliances to ensure they are in good working condition Rate $6.50-$9.10 per hour

ADDRESS: WILLIAMS PLAZA, OLD AIRPORT ROAD, PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS .CONTACT 946-4726 .RESUMES CAN BE FAXED TO 941-3425 AND THE LABOR DEPARTMENT, PROVIDENCIALES AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. 28828

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Bob Saget died from head trauma, family says

The “Fuller House” star, 65, had been on comedy tour at the time of his death.

BOB Saget, who was found dead in his Orlando, Florida hotel room last month, died from the result of a head trauma, according to a statement from his family.

“The authorities have determined that Bob passed from head trauma.

They have concluded that he accidentally hit the back of his head on something, thought nothing of it and went to sleep,” the statement said. “No drugs or alcohol were involved.”

The family added that they have been “overwhelmed with the incredible outpouring of love from

Bob’s fans, which has been a great comfort to us and for which we are eternally grateful.”

“As we continue to mourn together, we ask everyone to remember the love and laughter that Bob brought to this world, and the lessons he taught us all: to be kind to everyone, to let the people you love know you love them, and to face difficult times with hugs and laughter,” the statement added.

The “Fuller House” star, 65, had been on comedy tour at the time of his death.

Speculation had swirled around the state of his health as Saget had said he had Covid-19 in December.

His widow, Kelly Rizzo, told “Good Morning America” during an interview last month that her husband appeared to be in good health prior to his death and that his having Covid in December “was not

anything serious.”

An autopsy was completed on Saget by the Orange County Medical Examiner in Florida the day after he died.

“At this time, there is no evidence of drug use or foul play,” Chief Medical Examiner Joshua Stephany said in a statement to CNN at the time. “The cause and manner of death are pending further studies and investigation which may take up to 10-12 weeks to complete.”

The Orange County Sheriff’s Office released a death investigation report, obtained by CNN, which stated they found no signs of foul play in the “orderly” hotel room.

Saget had been expected to check out of the Ritz-Carlton on Sunday morning and his family members contacted hotel security when they were unable to reach the star, according to the report.

Michael Jackson revolutionised pop music.

Family-approved Jackson biopic from ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ producer THE big-screen Michael Jackson biopic has made a major move forward.

Lionsgate announced it will distribute the film about the late, great pop music icon developed by Oscarwinning producer Graham King and approved by Jackson’s estate.

Titled “Michael,” the movie is described as “an in-depth portrayal of a complicated man who became the King of Pop. It will bring to life Jackson’s most iconic performances as it gives an informed insight into the entertainer’s artistic process and personal life.”

Co-produced by John Branca and John McClain, the co-executors of the Michael Jackson estate, the John Logan-directed project has the blessing of the Jackson family.

“Ever since Michael was little, as a member of The Jackson 5, he loved the magic of cinema. As a family, we are honoured to have our life story come alive on the big screen,” the family matriarch, Katherine Jackson, said in a statement.

King, who won the Academy Award for best picture in 2009 with

“The Departed,” produced the 2018 acclaimed Freddie Mercury biopic “Bohemian Rhapsody,” which won the Golden Globe Award for best motion picture and scored four Oscar Awards.

“I first met the Jackson family in 1981 and I’m humbled to bring their legacy to the big screen,” the British filmmaker said. “Sitting at Dodger Stadium watching the Victory Tour, I could never have imagined that nearly 38 years later I would get the privilege to be a part of this film.”

King’s film will be the first official, theatrical biopic based on the best-selling singer, songwriter and producer, known for chart-topping hits such as “Don’t Stop ‘Til You Get Enough,” “Billie Jean,” “Beat It,” and “Bad.” In 2004, comedian/actor Flex Alexander portrayed Jackson in the critically-panned telefilm “Man in the Mirror: The Michael Jackson Story.” In 1992, the five-hour, starstudded miniseries, “The Jacksons: An American Dream” focused on the family background and the successful years of The Jackson 5.

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Adele sweeps gender-neutral Brit awards dominated by women ADELE was the runaway winner at this year’s female-dominated Brit awards, taking home the prizes for artist of the year, album of the year for her fourth record, 30, and British song of the year for its lead single, Easy on Me. “I can’t believe that a piano ballad won against that many bangers,” she said when collecting the single award, her first prize of the night.

It brings her Brit awards haul to 12, and reflects her predictable yet still staggering commercial successes in recent months. Her album 30 became the biggest-seller of 2021 after just six weeks on sale, and was heralded with reviving the CD as well as causing backlogs in vinyl production plants.

She dedicated the award for album of the year to her son, Angelo, and her ex-husband, Simon Konecki.

“This album was all of our journey, not just mine, and I’m very proud of myself for sticking to my guns and putting out an album that was so personal to me – ’cause not many people do that any more. My son has been so kind and gracious and patient with me over the years.”

Adele’s wins presumably mark a high point in a bleak few weeks that saw her postpone a much-anticipated Las Vegas residency. However, she was kept from a potential 13th Brit award – which would have equalled Robbie Williams’s record as the most celebrated artist in history – by Dua Lipa, who won the fan-voted

Lionel Richie encountered raciallyrelated criticism early in his career.

Richie recalls being criticised as ‘not Black enough’ during launch of his crossover solo career ALTHOUGH he’s one of the most iconic artists to come out of Motown Records, Lionel Richie encountered racially-related criticism early in his career.

The recent Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominee opened up about his complicated transition from fronting the hit-making R&B/funk band The Commodores, to becoming a charttopping solo success.

“It was really a great period in my life, but it was confusing,” the four-time Grammy winner revealed to People magazine for a cover story arriving on newsstands Friday.

For the special “Celebrating Black History Month” issue, Richie explained to editor-at-large Janine Rubenstein that his racial identity was questioned on the success of his crossover singles “Truly,” “Hello” and “All Night Long” in the early 1980s.

“Hey man, the music’s not Black enough. Lionel’s not Black enough.

What’s a Black guy doing writing a waltz?” Richie recalled being told.

“No one had ever questioned my Blackness before. Like, do you know who you’re talking to?”

While singing, playing keyboards and saxophone with The Commodores, Richie enjoyed success with ballads such as “Easy”, “Zoom,” “Sail On,” and the dance hits “Brick House”, “Lady (You Bring Me Up)”, and “Too Hot ta Trot,” which have been longtime staples on Black radio stations.

As a solo singer, songwriter and producer, Richie became one of the biggest pop artists of the era delivering adult contemporary radio hits such as “Stuck On You,” “Penny Lover,” “Dancing on the Ceiling” and “Love Will Conquer All.” In 1985, he won the Academy Award for best original song for “Say You, Say Me,” which was featured in the film “White Nights,” and also scored the song of the year Grammy Award for co-writing “We Are the World” with Michael Jackson in 1986.

The 72-year-old Tuskegee, Ala., native explained he grew up “around amazing people” near the HBCU Tuskegee University, which he also attended, describing it as a community comprising Black heroes and role models.

prize for best pop/R&B act , Lipa’s sixth Brit. Usually a key fixture of previous Brits ceremonies, Lipa sent a remote acceptance speech from tour rehearsals in Miami.

Given the political statements made by artists in recent Brits awards ceremonies, this year’s was curiously devoid of provocation.

“Boris, I know you’re watching,” said host Mo Gilligan in the night’s sole reference to the government’s current predicament. “I know you love a party. Come down, man.”

Ed Sheeran won none of his four categories, but he was garlanded with a new award, songwriter of the year, voted for by an independent panel, and performed twice. In 2021, in addition to writing his fifth studio album, =, he co-wrote songs for artists including Rita Ora, Maisie Peters, BTS, Anne-Marie and JLS, in addition to collaborations with Elton John, LadBaby, Nigerian singer Fireboy DML, Ghetts and Taylor Swift.

In the ceremony’s first year without gendered categories, women and female-fronted acts dominated proceedings, winning 10 out of 15 prizes – defying concerns expressed by culture secretary Nadine Dorries that women would be disfranchised by the BPI’s “sad decision”. (The Guardian)

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Artist’s rendering of Wildflower Studios, which hopes to open in 2023.

De Niro gets go-ahead to begin construction on movie studio in Queens ROBERT De Niro — or at least a production studio with his name attached — is moving to Astoria.

Wildflower Studios, backed by the New York native, has gotten the thumbs-up to begin construction on the 775,000-square foot waterfront studio set to open in 2023, the New York City Department of Buildings confirmed to the Daily News on Wednesday.

Described as a “futuristic worldclass content creation campus in Queens,” the seven-story studio will include 11 soundstages, production areas, offices, lounges, a parking lot, a publicly accessible waterfront esplanade and a rooftop greenhouse and terrace, according to plans.

“The vertical media production village will be home to storytellers

working across all mediums — a three-dimensional hub of collaboration, creativity, and innovation,” Bjarke Ingels, founder of design firm Bjarke Ingels Group, said in a statement.

“While New York City is no stranger to being the star of many visual stories — the city effectively a character in itself — this first ground-up vertical production stage complex marks a new chapter in the city’s ability to create the stories of our future.”

The studio will sit on a five-acre lot purchased for about $72 million from the Steinway Piano company in 2020. Once ramped up, Wildflower will bring as many as 1,000 permanent union jobs to the area, the studio boasted.

Jason Statham (L) and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley have been together for over a decade.

Jason Statham, Rosie HuntingtonWhiteley welcome daughter THERE have been some off-screen thrills for Jason Statham and his family.

Rosie Huntington-Whiteley took to Instagram Tuesday to reveal that she and fiancé Statham, 54, welcomed their second child, a daughter, last week.

The model, 34, shared an image of a bassinet, with one of the infant’s hands visible.

Models Martha Hunt and Daisy Lowe as well as “Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” star Dorit Kemsley were among those

congratulating the couple on their new arrival. ogether, Brits Statham and Huntington-Whiteley also share son Jack Oscar, 4.

“Motherhood is just a wonderful journey of many ups and downs,” Huntington-Whiteley told People in November 2019. “Every day there is a new set of challenges and a new set of triumphs.”

The couple in 2016 announced they were planning to marry, about nine years after first getting together, according to the outlet.

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Major breakthrough on nuclear fusion energy European scientists say they have made a major breakthrough in their quest to develop practical nuclear fusion - the energy process that powers the stars.

The UK-based JET laboratory has smashed its own world record for the amount of energy it can extract by squeezing together two forms of hydrogen.

If nuclear fusion can be successfully recreated on Earth it holds out the potential of virtually unlimited supplies of low-carbon, low-radiation energy.

The experiments produced 59 megajoules of energy over five seconds (11 megawatts of power).

This is more than double what was achieved in similar tests back in 1997.

It’s not a massive energy output - only enough to boil about 60 kettles’ worth of water. But the significance is that it validates design choices that have been made for an even bigger fusion reactor now being constructed in France.

“The JET experiments put us a step closer to fusion power,” said Dr Joe Milnes, the head of operations at the reactor lab.

“We’ve demonstrated that we can

The walls of the JET reactor were changed to a material made from beryllium and tungsten.

create a mini star inside of our machine and hold it there for five seconds and get high performance, which really takes us into a new realm.”

The ITER facility in southern France is supported by a consortium of world governments, including from EU member states, the US, China and Russia. It is expected to be the last step in proving nuclear fusion can become a reliable energy provider in the second half of this century.

Operating the power plants of

the future based on fusion would produce no greenhouse gases and only very small amounts of shortlived radioactive waste.

“These experiments we’ve just completed had to work,” said JET CEO Prof Ian Chapman. “If they hadn’t then we’d have real concerns about whether ITER could meet its goals.

“This was high stakes and the fact that we achieved what we did was down to the brilliance of people and their trust in the scientific endeavour,” he told BBC

News.

Fusion works on the principle that energy can be released by forcing together atomic nuclei rather than by splitting them, as in the case of the fission reactions that drive existing nuclear power stations.

In the core of the Sun, huge gravitational pressures allow this to happen at temperatures of around 10 million Celsius. At the much lower pressures that are possible on Earth, temperatures to produce fusion need to be much higher above 100 million Celsius.

No materials exist that can withstand direct contact with such heat. So, to achieve fusion in a lab, scientists have devised a solution in which a super-heated gas, or plasma, is held inside a doughnutshaped magnetic field.

The Joint European Torus (JET), sited at Culham in Oxfordshire, has been pioneering this fusion approach for nearly 40 years.

And for the past 10 years, it has been configured to replicate the anticipated ITER set-up.

The French lab’s preferred “fuel” to make the plasma will be a mix of two forms, or isotopes, of hydrogen called deuterium and

tritium.

JET was asked to demonstrate a lining for the 80-cubic-metre toroidal vessel enclosing the magnetic field that would work efficiently with these isotopes.

For its record-breaking experiments in 1997, JET had used carbon, but carbon absorbs tritium, which is radioactive. So for the latest tests, new walls for the vessel were constructed out of the metals beryllium and tungsten. These are 10 times less absorbent.

The JET science team then had to tune their plasma to work effectively in this new environment.

“This is a stunning result because they managed to demonstrate the greatest amount of energy output from the fusion reactions of any device in history,” commented Dr Arthur Turrell, the author of The Star Builders: Nuclear Fusion And The Race To Power The Planet.

“It’s a landmark because they demonstrated stability of the plasma over five seconds. That doesn’t sound very long, but on a nuclear timescale, it’s a very, very long time indeed. And it’s very easy then to go from five seconds to five minutes, or five hours, or even longer.”

Blood pressure warning over long-term paracetamol use PEOPLE with high blood pressure who take paracetamol on prescription could be increasing their risk of heart attacks and strokes, a study suggests.

Doctors should think about the risks and benefits to patients taking it over many months, the University of Edinburgh researchers say.

Taking the painkiller for headaches and fevers is safe, they stress.

Other experts say research in more people over a longer timeframe is needed to confirm the findings.

Paracetamol is widely used around the world as a short-term remedy for aches and pains but also prescribed to manage chronic pain, despite little evidence of its benefit for long-term use.

Half a million people - one out of every 10 - in Scotland were prescribed the painkiller in 2018.

If they also have high blood pressure, a condition that affects one in every three people in the UK, they may be more at risk, according to this trial.

It tracked 110 volunteers, two-thirds of whom were taking drugs for high blood pressure, or hypertension.

In a randomised trial, they were asked to take 1g of paracetamol four times a day for two weeks a common dose for patients with chronic pain - and then dummy pills, or placebo, for another two weeks.

The trial showed paracetamol increased blood pressure, “one of the most important risk factors for heart attacks and strokes” - much more than a placebo, Edinburgh clinical pharmacologist Prof James Dear said.

The researchers advise doctors to start patients with chronic pain on as low a dose of paracetamol as possible and keep a close eye on those with high blood pressure and at risk of heart disease.

Arthritis is one of the biggest causes of chronic pain in the UK. One charity, Versus Arthritis, said safer medicines to treat pain were needed as well as other help, such as mental health support and encouragement to be physically active.

“If you are concerned about the risks from pain medicines you should speak with a healthcare professional to explore your options.” said Dr Benjamin Ellis, consultant rheumatologist at

Taking the painkiller for headaches and fevers is safe, they stress.

Versus Arthritis.

Lead investigator Dr Iain MacIntyre, clinical pharmacology consultant, at NHS Lothian, said: “This is not about short-term use of paracetamol for headaches or fever, which is, of course, fine.”

‘MANY UNKNOWNS’ Dr Dipender Gill, clinical pharmacology and therapeutics lecturer, at St George’s, University of London, said the study, published in the journal Circulation, had found “a small

but meaningful increase in blood pressure in a white Scottish population” but “many unknowns remain”.

“Firstly, it is not clear whether the observed increase in blood pressure would be sustained with longer term use of paracetamol,” he said.

“Secondly, it is not known for certain whether any increase in blood pressure attributable to paracetamol use would lead to an increased risk of cardiovascular disease.”

A large US study previously found a link between long-term paracetamol use and increased risk of heart attacks - but it could not prove one caused the other.

And other smaller studies have been unable to confirm the link.

The Edinburgh team said they could not explain how paracetamol would raise blood pressure but their findings should lead to a review of long-term paracetamol prescriptions.

These were previously considered safer than non-steroidal anti-inflammatory painkillers, such as ibuprofen, which are thought to raise blood pressure in some people.

The British Heart Foundation, which funded the study, said doctors and patients should regularly rethink whether any medication, even something “relatively harmless like paracetamol”, was needed.

Dr Richard Francis, from the Stroke Association, said further research in people with normal, healthy blood pressure, over a longer timeframe, was needed “to confirm the risks and benefits of using paracetamol more widely”.

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JOB LISTINGS SERVICES AUTO SALES REAL ESTATE BENDY BELZI

East Suburbs, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Duties: To clean and maintain premises.

Remove all trash and debris to the dump, and any Other chores as assigned. SALARY: $7.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 345-7993

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

This position is currently held By a work permit holder.

28795

GREEN DIAMOND SALON & BAR Over Back, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ

1. HAIRSTYLIST 1. NAIL TECHNICIAN 1. BARTENDER 1. WAITRESS

Duties: As befitting the job.

Salary: $7.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 231-5562

Belongers are asked to send a copy of their resume to The Labour Board. These positions are Currently held by a work permit Holders. 28799

946-4664 Fax: 946-4661

Email: tcnews@tciway.tc

Website: tcweeklynews.com

DEVON P. FULFORD

BRIDGETTE MISICK

South Suburbs, Grand Turk. Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

EARLENE E. MISSICK

Waterloo Road, Grand Turk. Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

DOMESTIC WORKER

Duties: To clean and maintain premises By removing all trash and debris inside And outside at job sites and assist skill workers and any other duties as may be necessary. SALARY: $7.50 per hour

Duties: Regular Cleaning, mopping sweeping, and dusting and any other Chores as needed.

SALARY: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 243-9642

CONTACT: 245-0450

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

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

28793

28797

K & S BAKERY

JOHN L. GODET

Osbourne Road, Grand Turk. Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Duties: To clean and maintain premises By removing all trash and debris inside And outside at job sites and assist skill workers and any other duties as may be necessary. SALARY: $7.50 per hour

CONTACT: 241-1529 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder.

28792

Barrack Hill Road, Grand Turk. Is seeking to employ a

COOK

Duties: Prepare menus for Daily meals, preparing Ingredients and cooking Meals.

SALARY $7.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 231-4449

Belongers are asked to submit a copy of their resume to the Employment Services Office. This position is currently Held by work permit holder.

28800

East Suburbs, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

SANDBAR RESTAURANT

Duke Street, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

Duties: Regular Cleaning, mopping sweeping, and dusting and any other Chores as needed.

SALARY: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 246-3628

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

28796

Duties: Regular Cleaning, mopping sweeping, and dusting and any other Chores as needed.

SALARY: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 344-1311

Belongers are encouraged to Send a copy of their resume To the Labour Board. ThIs position is currently held by a work permit holder. 28798

TREVOR WATKINS West Road, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Duties: To clean and maintain premises Remove all trash and debris to the dump, and any Other chores as assigned.

SALARY: $7.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 344-5314

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

28794

EXPRESS EQUIPMENT LTD P.O. Box 1125, South Dock Road, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands

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

HYDRAULIC TECHNICIAN NATURE OF POSITION:

• Build and assemble machines or mechanical components according to requirements.

• Inspect machines, engines, transmissions etc. and run diagnostics tests to discover functionality issues.

• Conduct repairs aiming for maximum reliability.

• Troubleshoot reported problems and resolve them in a timely manner • Perform thorough maintenance on machinery, equipment and systems.

• Clean and apply lubricants to machinery components.

• Replenish fluids and components of engines and machinery.

• Provide consultation on correct

maintenance and preventative measures to machine or vehicle users.

• Undertake other duties as assigned (e.g. repair of hydraulic systems, make hydraulic hoses etc.)

• Keep logs of work and report on issues.

Must possess suitable mechanic background (Degree preferred) as well of experience with in all aspects of automotive movil services/ repaired industry.

Salary: With experience and qualifications salary range $15-$30 per hour. Must have own tools

Drop off resumes/cv at the office located on P.O Box 1125 South Dock Rd. or at Labour Department in Providenciales or email: admin@expresequipmentjcb.com Phone: (649) 946-5919/ (649) 245-2897. Fax: (649) 941-7935 Belongers only need apply

28722

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PAULA BEAUTY SALON

Five cays, House number 4, Provo Needs

1 CASHIER

Cash till, check inventory, monitor store, keep area clean $8.00 p/h 346-3466 contact

4K'S CRAFT AND SOUVENIRS Grace bay Needs:

INVENTORY SUPERVISOR

check inventory, monitor store, keep area clean $8.0p/h and

1 SUPERVISOR

collect cash at the end of the day, supervise store, make deposit $8.00p/h 346-6466 contact 28878

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BEAN AND LEAVES COFFEE SHOP

TROPICANA UPHOLSTERY

BAKER

UPHOLSTERER

Back Salina, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

Gracebay, Providenciales

• Preparing bake good for the restaurant • Must have at least 5 years’ experience • Must have worked in a top quality bakery or restaurant for 5 years or more • Must have extensive knowledge for creating

recipes • Co-ordinate baking schedule to produce bread, cakes, pastries and other goods • Must be able to work under pressure and detail oriented Salary range: $24,000.00 annually

PERSONS WITH ISLANDER STATUS OR RESIDENCE WITH RIGHT TO WORK ARE ENCOURAGED TO SUBMIT AN APPLICATION TO REGENT VILLAGE EAST, UNIT A210, GRACE BAY, PROVIDENCIALES, AND ALSO WITH THE LABOUR DEPARTMENT. THIS IS A NEW POSITIONS. 28789

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

CONTACT: 649-244-7033

To ensure success you need to multitask effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, and perform your duties in a manner that maximizes profits. The top applicant must have dedicated, competent and strong leadership skills.

WAREHOUSE MANAGER RESPONSIBILITIES • Overseeing receiving, warehouse and distribution operations.

• Implement and ensure that operational policies and procedures carried out • Ensuring effective and safe use of warehouse equipment • Ensuring safety of staff.

• Motivating and disciplining staff.

• Maintaining documentation and keeping accurate records of warehouse activities • Maintaining awareness and knowledge of condition and location of fleet vehicles.

• Monitoring and assisting with deliveries where required.

REQUIREMENTS: • 5+ years warehouse management experience • Excellent understanding of warehouse management procedures.

• Proficient knowledge of inventory and inventory controls • Valid driver’s license.

• Ability to operate forklift effectively

CONTACT: 348-2928

Duties: Regular Cleaning, mopping sweeping, and dusting and any other Chores as needed.

SALARY: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 348-9813

EUGENE WILLIAMS

MASON

DOMESTIC WORKER

28911

WE are looking for an organized manager to supervise the receipt, dispatching and storage of packages and cargo in our warehouse. The warehouse manager will oversee picking, receiving, dispatching, storage, security, maintenance, sanitation and administrative functions. You will oversee, train, evaluate and reward staff. You will ensure the maintenance of company assists.

Duties: Greet customers, Handle cash sales, Assist Customers, Dust and stock Shelves.

Salary: $7.00 per hour

ENRIQUE DICKENSON

Belongers are asked to send a copy of their resume to The Labour Board. This position is Currently held by a work permit Holder.

N E E D E D

DOMESTIC WORKER

E & V CONSTRUCTION

28885

CONTACT: 242-1538

WAREHOUSE MANAGER

SALES CLERK

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

Duties: To prep and layout Foundations, lay blocks, pour Belt beams, plaster finishes on buildings, form and pour concrete. Salary: $8.00 per hour.

ISLAND BARGAINS

East Suburbs, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

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

Breezy Brae, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

18924

South District, Salt Cay Is seeking to employ a

Duties: Regular Cleaning, mopping sweeping, and dusting and any other Chores as needed.

SALARY: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 346-8289 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. ThIs position is currently held by a work permit holder.

28921

28917

TASTY CAFE, Church Folly, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER Duties: Regular Cleaning, mopping sweeping, and dusting and any other Chores as needed.

SALARY: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 2474466/431-6994

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. ThIs position is currently held by a work permit holder. 28918

KVANAR Ltd IS SEEKING A

FINISH CARPENTER FOR IMMEDIATE EMPLOYMENT

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE NEEDED: • Hold a minimum of 4 years’ experience in the field of finish carpentry – including, but not necessarily limited to, internal doors & frames, baseboards, lumber roof finishes and millwork in general. Some experience in rough carpentry (formwork etc) would be an asset – but not essential.

• Have a concise understanding of all finish carpentry materials and be able to fully interpret, read and understand architectural and shop drawings and have a very high level of finishes experience.

• Employee must be fluent in written and oral English. Other written and oral languages would be an asset (in particular French and Spanish).

Employee will also need to be computer proficient as many drawings and schedules being used on site will be computer/tablet based not in the form of hard paper drawings.

• Able to work under own direction and able to manage subordinates.

Employee must be willing to work outside of the normal working hours of operation (weekends and public holidays) as may be reasonably necessary to complete any particular task as may be directed by the employer from time to time.

SALARY $15 per hour (subject to overtime and public holiday pay where applicable)

Please email résumé and covering letter to info@kvanar.com and also deliver a copy to our main office at the following address: 390 Leeward Highway, Long Bay, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands (Tel 649 333 2210).

SALARY Negotiable

Email resumes to: nikki@islandbargains.com

• Examine furniture frames, upholstery, springs and webbing to repair furniture and frames.

• Must be willing to work 5 days a week.

Salary: $9.00 Hourly

ASHLEY SMITH

ADDERLEY SELVER

Church Folly, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

28803

Islanders applying for this position are encouraged, in addition to providing a copy of their resume and covering letter to the company, to provide the same to the TCIG Labour Department.

This position is currently held by a work permit holder.

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February 12-18, 2022

IMMEDIATE OPENING FRONT DESK SUPERVISOR ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Orient employees to the department and resort and provide on-the-job training on job responsibilities.

• Prioritize and assign work.

• Provide feedback to the employee and department manager on the employee’s performance of job responsibilities.

• Greet guests and process resort registration.

• Keep current on and promotes resort accommodations, services and area attractions.

• Respond to guest inquiries for information.

• Arrange for services requested by the guest by working with other departments as appropriate.

• Stay current with developments in the resort by reviewing and updating the communication log.

• Offer guest updated rooms and promotes resort amenities, food and beverage outlets and services.

• Make reservations in accordance with resort’s yield management practices.

• Process customer credit at check-in in accordance with resort policy.

• Identify and record special billing instructions and notify Accounting.

• Follow resort policy on cash banks.

• Monitor lobby traffic and adjust accordingly.

KEY SKILLS AND REQUIREMENT: • Two to four years’ experience in front office, including at least two years supervisory experience required.

• High school or equivalent education required.

• Must be able to speak ,read, write and understand the primary language used in the workplace.

• Requires good communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Most tasks are performed in a team environment with the employee acting as a team leader.There is minimal direct supervision.

• Skilled in the use of techniques and strategies required to deliver training material in group and one-on-one settings.

• Understand the reservations process including the role of the WRS, distribution channels and reservations flow.

• Demonstrate ability to proactively prioritize needs, put first things first, and effectively manage resources and time.

• Demonstrate ability to relate to, communicate with, and motivate

employees to sustain high performance and quality levels.

• Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for up to 5 hours in length. Length of time of these tasks may vary from day to day and task to task.

• Requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending, climbing, listening and hearing ability and visual acuity.

Salary starting at $22880.00 per annum not including service charge Interested applicants should apply to The Shore Club, Human Resources Department, Monday through Friday, and bring along an updated resume, or by emailing your resume Attention to Avi Adams, Human Resources Manager at careers@theshoreclubtc.com , no later than end of day Friday, February 25th, 2022. All resumes are subject to screening. Accepted candidates will receive a call or email confirmation with a scheduled time for meeting and required documents for the actual interview.

Resumes can also be submitted to the Labor Department directly. The Shore Club HR Office can be contacted at (1649) 339-8000.

ASSISTANT FRONT OFFICE MANAGER ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Assist in developing and implementing strategies for Front Office, Bell Services, Transportation, Concierges, etc. that support achievement of the resort’s goals.

• Schedule Transportation staff and vehicles to ensure a consistent, seamless luxury guest arrival and departure experience.

• Ensure regular and VIP Guests are recognised and that the Front Office department operates with a sales attitude and promotes the hotel brand's loyalty scheme • Participate in the development and implementation of processes and procedures which support guests experience.

• Maximize use of guest history information to ensure a high level of guest recognition and personalized service.

• Ensure that front desk staff handle billing and cash in accordance with resort standards.

• Plan and coordinate group arrivals and departures by working closely with Sales, Catering, Housekeeping and other

departments.

• Develop and implement communication processes for shift changes in order to ensure seamless guest service.

• Monitor the appearance, standards, and performance of the Front Office Team Members with an emphasis on training and teamwork • Ensure Team Members have current knowledge of hotel products, services, pricing and policies, as well as knowledge of the local area, and are continuously trained to learn and understand policies and practices • Maintain good communication and working relationships with all hotel departments • Monitor staffing levels to meet business demands • Conduct monthly communication meetings and produce minutes • Manage staff performance issues in compliance with company policies and procedures • Recruit, manage, train and develop the Front Office team • Take personal responsibility and show initiative in work planning and problemsolving.

• Show personal attention to guests’ unique needs, interests and expectations.

• Keep informed and demonstrate job knowledge, following all job and service standards.

• Provide genuine service through actions that display self-confidence, grace and courtesy to guests and colleagues.

KEY SKILLS AND REQUIREMENT: • A degree or diploma in Hotel Management or equivalent.

• A minimum of 3 years of Front Office supervisory / management experience in a 4 or 5 star hotel.

• High level of IT proficiency.

• High level of commercial awareness and sales capabilities.

• Experience in managing people and developing people.

• Excellent leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.

• Committed to delivering a high level of customer service.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Excellent attention to detail.

• Skilled in the use of techniques and strategies required to deliver training material in group and one-on-one settings.

• Understand the reservations process including the role of the WRS, distribution channels and reservations flow.

Salary starting at $32,000-$37,000 per annum not including service charge

February 12-18, 2022

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TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

TRACEY PROSPERE

WILLIAM FULFORD MCM CONSTRUCTION Old Airport Road Grand Turk.

Is seeking to employ a

Breezy Brae, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

ADVERTISE

CARPENTER

Duties: Regular Cleaning, mopping sweeping, and dusting and any other Chores as needed.

SALARY: $6.50 per hour

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

CONTACT: 245-2297

CONTACT: 244-3135

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. ThIs position is currently held by a work permit holder. 28920

Belongers are asked to send a copy of their resume to The Labour Board. This position is Currently held by work permit holder.

IN THIS SPACE!

EXECUTIVE CHEF

The executive chef will be responsible for directing all kitchen staff in all related culinary activities.

This will include menu creation and pricing, proper equipment maintenance as well as keeping stock of current inventory. Must be able to work in a high-pressure environment and be capable of leading a team. Must have at least 10 years of experience working in a high-end establishment with a focus on Asian cuisine. Compensation 24k to 30k annually.

ONLY

$33

PER WEEK

SOUS CHEF

CALL 946-4664

The sous chef will report directly to the executive chef and will be required to assist in all aforementioned duties. Focus on customer satisfaction and presentation are crucial in this role.

Compensation 22k to 26k annually.

RESUMES CAN BE SUBMITTED TO RR.WILLIAMS@RUTHOMELIA.COM CONTACT: 341-0164 BELONGERS ONLY APPLY

BARRISTERS AND ATTORNEYS

SECURITY OFFICERS

Salary $7:00 per hour plus benefits Responsibilities -To maintain 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.

CONTACT-333-6577

Turks and Caicos Islanders are strongly encouraged to apply:

28880

WE CARE IMMIGRATION AGENCY On behalf of clients seeks to employ the following:

VISTA DEVELOPMENT Grace Bay

Richmond House, P.O. Box 127, Providenciales, Turk and Caicos Islands Tel: 649 946 4732. Fax: 649 946 4734. Email: Info@misickstanbrook.tc

OFFICE MANAGER POSITION AVAILABLE

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Overall responsibility for the maintenance of the office building and oversight of all areas of office administration. The following qualifications are preferred and candidates who possess expertise in some or more will be preferred: o IT capable to a level required to manage computerized network and network resources including • Competent in Microsoft Office, especially Outlook • Computer maintenance, repair and upkeep • Knowledge of Windows 7 and 10 • Understanding of Network administration • Knowledge of PCLaw o Knowledgeable in Compliance and Money Laundering regulations

GROUP RELATIONS MANAGER

Responsible for international relations with subcontractors, clients and investors to help expand the business. Must have atlest 7 years experience in he same positon and must have excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and Russian. Must be able to work flexible hours including holidays and weekends. Payrate $2,500 per month

MORDERN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY LIMITED

o Ability to prepare and present financial reports and budget including • Preparation of Cash-flow, budget, budget monitoring, forecasts, and receivables management • Prepared Financial Summaries o Production of regular management and financial reports and recommendations to the partners in that regard.

• Human Resource Management

Long Bay

STUCTURE CABLE HELPER

DUTIES INCLUDE: digging trenches, pulling and running cable wires and assisting Cable Techs with general repair, maintainence and Installation work.

Must be willing to work 8 hours per day, 6 days per week, weekends and holidays.

Pay rate $6.50 per hr

HARVEYS AND SON Blue Hills

MAINTENANCE MAN DUTIES: Perform basic tasks including painting and filling crevices, clean facilities and managing maintenance repairs. Pay rate $8.50 per hr. Must be willing to work 6 days a week, weekends and holidays.

EMAIL RESUMES TO CARE@TCIWAY.TC OR CALL 347-347-3465.

Deadline to receive application is Feb 7th 2022 These positions are for first time, transfer and renewals work permit applications.

28801

MISICK & STANBROOK

WC SECURITY SERVICES

Long Bay, Providenciales. Is seeking to employ Salary $3,500.00 per month The Role requires a tract record of excellent leadership, risk management and personnel management skills. Must have experience in coordinating security across multiple remote sites and be flexible to work at any time around the 24-hour period. Possess a certified qualifications from a recognized security training body at managerial level or above.

Must have at least ten-year experience of in private security provision and five years of Police experience.

Sunshine Plaza, Leeward Highway

Mimi restaurant is a new Asian fine dining restaurant that is seeking enthusiastic and qualified persons for the following posts

28922

SECURITY MANAGER

MIMI RESTAURANT

• Arranging building and grounds maintenance through external contractors.

• Managing PR including regular updating and maintenance of the Firms socal media platforms, website and domain names.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES • Applicant should have a minimum of 5 years post qualification experience as a manager or its equivalent • Excellent Verbal and written communication skills • Ability to work with minimum supervision • Ability to maintain confidentiality • Ability to lead change processes • Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs, including spreadsheet applications • Ability to build and maintain positive relationships internally and externally COMPENSATION Salary Grade: Commensurate with skill and experience.

Apply to info@MisickStanbrook.tc 28877

by February 14th 2022

28751

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ALL SERVICES TCI Act on behalf of:

PAULA BEAUTY SALON

Five cays, House # 4, Provo

1 CASHIER; Cash till, check inventory, monitor store, keep area clean. $8.00 p/h Contact: 346-3466

4K'S CRAFT AND SOUVENIRS Grace Bay

1 CASHIER; cash till, check inventory, monitor store, keep area clean. $8.0p/h

AMAZING INTERNATIONAL STORE #38 Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

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

Salary: $6.25 hourly CONTACT: 342-8555/348-5921

AUGUSTIN’S VARIETY STORE Back Road, 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. $6.25 hourly

RECEIVING CLERK

Must be proficient in logistics, inventory management. $7.50 hourly

CONTACT: 232-4595

1 SUPERVISOR, collect cash at the end of the day, supervise store, make deposit. $8.00p/h Contact: 346-6466 28878

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

A work permit holder currently holds this position 28872

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28869

BLS MULTISERVICES AGENCY

BRUCE TWA (946-4261)

CANDLE ALEXANDER THOMAS

Acting on behalf of Velma Walkin Wheeland, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

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

To work 6 days a week.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 345-5113 Belongers are to apply to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28847

WADE MORRIS GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

2 LABOURERS

Cleaning outside the property with a sweeper, pick-up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows and door frames.

Salary: $6. 50per hourly CONTACT: 1(649) 244 19 54

Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

5 days per week to clean, wash, Iron and assist where necessary.

Part Time.

Salary $10/hr.

CONTACT: TWA@TMWLAW.TC 946-4261 OR 1276 LEEWARD HWY. Preference to TCIslanders.

Position currently held by Permit holder.

28866

DAPHNE PENN

39 Casurina Close, South Dock Road, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER Applicant must be honest, reliable and willing to work.

Cleaning house, washing and ironing.

Salary: $6.50 Hourly CONTACT: 649-232-1288

Leeward Palms Is seeking to employ a

MECHANIC

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

Salary: $7.00 Hourly

BARBARA VIRGIL

BIG TECHNOLOGIES SERVICES

#12 Musgrove Hill, Kew Town Is seeking to employ a

298A Palm Circle, Leeward Palms Is seeking to employ a

#3 Ingham Circle, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

CARPENTER

LABOURER

TECHNICIAN

AYA CONSTRUCTION

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: $450 weekly

CONTACT: 247-1314

CHILDREN FUN HOUSE DAYCARE

DAVE MORRIS

HANDFORD GREEN

Unit #4 LDJ’s Plaza, Behind Menzies, Glass Shack Is seeking to employ a

CARETAKER

CONTACT: 341-5471/442-0170

CONTACT: (649) 244 19 54

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28854

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28820

CONTACT: 1(649) 241 70 30

Belongers are encouraged to send copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder. 28839

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labor Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder. 28843

DAVIDSON ANTHONY RAYMOND KEMP

DIEUMAINE STERLING

DOC UWIN

EFFICIENT CLEANING SERVICES

Acting on behalf of Charles Stubbs of Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

2 Halfway Close, Blue Mountain, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

MAINTENANCE WORKER

LABOURER

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28845

Venetian Road Is seeking to employ a

MAINTENANCE

Fix and maintain mechanical equipment, buildings, and machines.

Tasks include plumbing work, painting, flooring repair and upkeep, electrical repairs, heating, and air conditioning system.

Salary: $8.50 Hourly

CONTACT: 231-4626

#86 Kew Town 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.

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 342-4785

FINBAR ALBERT GRANT

CONTACT: 649-941 5579 / 649-231-2757

LABOURERS

Duties: Cleaning outside the property with a sweeper, pick-up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows and door frames.

Salary: $6. 50per hourly

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28855

EPHRAIM LTD

CONTACT: 331-7203

2 LABOURERS

CONTACT: 241-1777

ENVIRONMENTAL ARTS IRRIGATION LTD.

Irrigation labor wanted for manual labor such as digging trenches, holes, cleaning irrigation tanks, moving equipment, moving soil, cleaning and assisting technicians on other duties as require.

Salary 6.50 hourly

GRAND TURK 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

ELITE CONTRACTING

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: $10.00 Hourly

GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

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

Salary: $6.50 per hourly

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28863

IRRIGATION LABOURER

CONTACT: 242-9897

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28822

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28819

MASON

CONTACT: 231-2972

Install, troubleshoot, repair and maintain production and facility equipment according to safety, predictive and productive maintenance systems.

Salary: $1500.00 Monthly

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

This position is held by a work permit holder 28825

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28850

65 Beachwood Grace Bay, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

General and maintenance duties around the property Salary $275.00 per week.

Must be willing to work Monday – Saturday 7:00am – 2:00pm

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board This position is for renewal of work permit 28837

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labor Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder. 28840

Long Bay Is seeking to employ a

February 12-18, 2022

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

Conch Bar, Middle Caicos Is seeking to employ a

Blue Hills, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

CARPENTER & CRAFTSMEN

WATCHMAN

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: $15 hourly

CONTACT: 649-333-8421 / 431-8421

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder 28853

Secures premises and personnel by patrolling property; monitoring surveillance equipment; inspecting buildings, equipment, and access points; permitting entry.

Obtains help by sounding alarms.

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 346-1386

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28821

General Maintenance Duties - Must be willing to work on weekends Basic Salary: $6.25 hourly CONTACT: (649) 346-2343 Belongers only Note: These postings are for work-permit holders.

28856

FOOTPRINT VACATION PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Blue Hills, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

HOUSEKEEPER Performing a variety of cleaning activities such as sweeping, mopping, dusting and polishing.

Ensuring all rooms inspected according to standards.

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 343-0643

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28848

To be held by work permit holder Weeding and cleaning up around property.

Rate: $275.00 weekly.

CONTACT: 649 244 9720

Resumes can be emailed to cliquesur.ltd@gmail.com and the Labor Department, Providenciales as soon as 28875 possible.

FRANCLIN DOSSOU

#5 South Dock Road, Chalk Sound 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.

Must be willing to work 6 days per week Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 346-7379

Belongers are to apply to the Labour Board This position is a First Time work permit holder 28859

February 12-18, 2022 GEORGE CLAUDINA MISSICK

GEORGE F. MISSICK

GEORGE F. MISSICK

South Dock, Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

DOMESTIC WORKER

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

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: 649-242-7478

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: 649-242-7478

HAROLD ARTHUR Five Cays, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

CONTACT: 1-649-241-0236

CONTACT: 345-8606

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28844

KADINE DELPHIN

MARIE JOSETTE ARCHILLE

#1 Residence Yard, Five Cays Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

Millennium Highway, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

JAMES PROSPER

JEAN MARIE WALKIN

NANNY

DOMESTIC WORKER

CONTACT: 243-5992 Renewal, Belonger will be given first preference.

28841

LITTON CONSTRUCTION South Dock, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

CARPENTER

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

CONTACT: 242-9626 Renewal, Belonger will be given first preference.

28842

LOVINA SPA Blue Hills Road #108 Is seeking to employ a

SPA THERAPIST

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: $12.00 Hourly

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

Salary: $6.50 Hourly

CONTACT: 333-1621

CONTACT: 649-441-4433

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28858

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

TC AUTO AND SALES

TC TRIPLE POWER CMR

Back Road, Millennium Highway, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

MECHANIC HELPER Assist with inspecting and testing vehicles; completing preventive maintenance such as, engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotation and changes, wheel balancing, replacing filters. $350.00 Weekly

AUTO BODY REPAIR HELPER Duties includes spraying of vehicles, body repair to vehicles, dents removal. $350.00 Weekly

CONTACT: 649-346-7799 Belongers are to apply to the Labour Board 28830

28849

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: 241-5942

CONTACT: 341-5770

CONTACT: 341-9741

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28867

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28817

L7 CONSTRUCTION

LB VARIETY

Corrinize Ave., Blue Hills, P.O Box 1586 Providenciales 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: $10.50 Hourly

The Bight Is seeking to employ a

PURCHASER Responsible for purchasing products, materials, and services.

Duties include assessing the market, ordering new products, and keeping accurate records.

Salary: $7.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 241-0435

CONTACT: 243-8821 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

SALT CAY BUILDING SERVICES LTD.

SEAFOOD PLUS

SEFERINA LEOCADIO- COOPER

T&C COLLECTION & MANAGEMENT SERVICES LTD.

Over Back, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

Front Road, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

COOK

LABOURER

Cooking, meal preparation, and cleaning of seafood.

Salary: $8.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 231-6663

CONTACT: 347-5225 OR SEAPLUS@GMAIL.COM

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28818

TCI PROGRESSIVE

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: $7 hourly

28868

Cherry St., Apt. #7, Kew Town 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

DOMESTIC WORKER

28836

Applicant duties are to cook, clean and wash at the home, etc.

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

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

Salary: $6.50 Hourly

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

WINDOW INSTALLER

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

HOME HELPER

DOMESTIC WORKER

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28871

Moore’s Ave, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

CONTACT: 347-6850

Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

HUGH ADAMS Prospect Clouse, Discovery 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 28815

Acting on behalf of Amanda Missick Princess Dr., Grace Bay Is seeking to employ a

Installing Windows.

Salary: $10.00 Hourly

DOMESTIC WORKER

CONTACT: 345-5213

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28846

DOMESTIC WORKER

61 Mary Jane Lane, Blue Hills, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands 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

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28816

The Bight, Leeward Highway Is seeking to employ a

HUDSON JENNINGS

Applicant must be honest, reliable, and always willing to work.

General house work.

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 28816

Care for my children, supervise while am at work, maintain the house clean, wash dishes, clean dining & living room, wash and iron Salary starts at $6.25 per hour.

CLASSIFIEDS 37

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28835

THE NANA HAIR CENTER BOUTIQUE & SPA

Downtown, Airport Road, Spot Plaza Building #17, Unit #1, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

PEDICURIST Professional pedicures and polishing toes.

Salary: $6.30 Hourly

CONTACT: 649-346-7799

CONTACT: 1-649-344-3188

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28865

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28862

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: 348-0099

28861

Williams Auditorium, Five Cays Road, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

3 SANITARY WORKERS Picking up garbage.

Salary: $350 per week CONTACT: 649-941-8494

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28823

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28824

TREVOR MUSGROVE

W & V CONSTRUCTION

UNIT 106 OCEAN CLUB PLAZA GRACE BAY Is seeking to employ a

PAINTER

Apply paints, stains, and coatings to interior and exterior walls, new buildings, homes, offices and other structural surfaces Salary: $8.00 hourly

CONTACT: 231-4336

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28873

18 Cox Dr., Kew Town Is seeking to employ a

2 LABOURERS Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, and door frames.

Salary: $290.00 Weekly

CONTACT: 649-342-9278

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28814

38 CLASSIFIEDS M & A RETAIL & WHOLESALE, SIESTA Blue Hills # 3 Shrub Is seeking to employ a

WILLIAM VALENCE DEAN JR. Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

STORE HELPER

RECEIVABLE CLERK, PAYABLE CLERK Completes payments and controls expenses by receiving, processing, verifying, and reconciling invoices.

MAINTENANCE WORKER, HANDYMAN Repairing, fixing company equipment or tools and testing various company or home appliances to ensure they work properly.

Mon-Sat 7-5 Salary $8-10 hr.

Renewal and New Belongers only apply 28812

Clean the store, dusting, sweeping, mopping, clean ceiling vents, restroom cleaning, stock shelves, pick, pack, receive and restock products inside the store Salary: $7.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 332-6333

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28857

BOHIO DIVE RESORT GRAND TURK Is recruiting for the following positions:

WATER SPORTS COORDINATOR • Certification in SAGE 50 Accounting Software in order to complete bookkeeping entries in the evenings • Ability to plan and schedule scuba diving, boating excursions and water activities for both guests and cruise ship visitors • English and French required, Spanish an asset • Must be PADI Certified Open Water Diver and Boat Captain • Minimum 2 years living in a Caribbean setting • Work schedule will include weekends, public holidays and most evenings Monthly wage: $1,250 monthly CONTACT: (649) 946 2135 CANDIDATES SHOULD APPLY IN WRITING INCLUDING A COVER LETTER RESUME AND REFERENCES TO: INFO@BOHIORESORT.COM

Blue Hills, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

CARETAKER

Help the patient get dressed, eat, bathe and complete light housekeeping duties, such as dishes or folding laundry. Plan, prepare and monitor meals. Run errands, remind patients of medications.

Salary: $8.00 per hour

WISKY MAITRE Millennium Highway, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

BCS-CS/ GRACE BAY CAR RENTALS #1216 LEEWARD HIGHWAY, PROVIDENCIALES 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: 343-9168

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28860

AUGUSTIN NANCY RETAIL STORE Leeward Highway Is seeking to employ a

RECEIVING CLERK

• • • • •

Must be able to read, write and speak English Perform tasks involving physical labour.

Must be able to clean area properly Check the fluid and water levels, tires, Salary: $7.50 per hour

DROP OFF ALL APPLICATIONS TO #1216 LEEWARD HIGHWAY, PROVIDENCIALES BEFORE CHINSON’S RESTAURANTS OR EMAIL: FRANTZ@GRACEBAYCARRENTALS.COM OR TELEPHONE: 649-441-8515 THESE POSITIONS ARE FOR WORK PERMIT RENEWAL BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SUBMIT A COPY OF OUR RESUME TO THE LABOR DEPARTMENT. 28813

B BEAUTY BOX AND AUTO DETAILING

B BEAUTY BOX

LABOURER

DOMESTIC WORKER

18 Old Airport Road, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

Must be proficient in logistics, keep records and help with inventory control, assist with sales in store.

Salary: $7.50 Hourly

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

Salary: $300.00 Weekly

CONTACT: 341-2020

CONTACT: 649-241-2185

18 Old Airport Road, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

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

Salary: $300.00 Weekly

CONTACT: 649-241-2185

CP APARTMENTS

DALTON HAMILTON

DALVEM LTD

LABOURERS

MAINTENANCE WORKER

LABOURER

Turtle Tail, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER Duties: Vacuuming / mopping / sweeping the floor.

Dusting and wiping shelves and other furniture.

Cleaning the toilet / rooms / windows.

Salary: $6.25p/h

FOR COLLECTING GARBAGE $8/HR

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

Salary: $7.25 Hourly

The person will be working on Provo and North Caicos taking care of multiple properties, cutting grass, weeding and full maintenance of properties etc.

Work 6 days a week.

Salary: $6.50 Hourly

CONTACT: 231-7099

CONTACT: 231-7099

CONTACT: 1-649-346-7174

CONTACT: 245-1307

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28892

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28891

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28888

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28884

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

These position is currently held by work permit holder 28882

DESIE JEAN JESUMENE

EXECUTIVE CLEANING SERVICES

GLAMOUR GIRLS

IMMANISE SAINT CYRIN

BEVERLEY HARRIS

Blue Hills, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

South Dock, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

COSMETOLOGIST

DOMESTIC WORKER

DOMESTIC WORKER

Braiding hair, shampooing, cutting and styling hair, provide hair treatments, includes deep treatments, permanents hair coloring and weaving.

Salary: $ 9.00 hourly

Sweep the house. Mop the floor. Clean the bathroom and replace tissue. Clean the doors and windows. Clean the ceiling and walls. Empty waste baskets.

Salary starts at $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 342-0052

CONTACT: 246-2583

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

Leeward Highway Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

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

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 342-2720 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28895

Back Road, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER Cleaning outside the property, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, and doorframes. $6.25 Hourly

MAINTENANCE WORKER

Fix and maintain mechanical equipment, buildings, and machines. Tasks include plumbing work, painting, flooring repair and upkeep, electrical repairs, heating, and air conditioning system. $7.50 Hourly

CONTACT: 331-2032

Belongers are to apply to the Labour Board 28896

Leeward Highway Next to Flower Girls Is seeking to employ a

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28927

Renewal, Belonger will be given first preference.

28879

CASIMIRA E. ALMONTE-WILLIAMS

DOMESTIC WORKER

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

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 242-1399

DOC UWIN

CHAMPION SANITATION SERVICES Blue Hills, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

CONTACT: 649-245-8046

QUALIFIED BELONGERS ARE ASKED TO SUBMIT A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOR DEPARTMENT A WORK PERMIT HOLDER CURRENTLY HOLDS THIS POSITION. 28883

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28898

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28889

21 Butterfly Close, Cooper Jack, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

DUTIES: INSTALLING, FITTING, CUTTING PLUMBING PIPES MUST BE WILLING TO WORK 6 DAYS PER WEEK SALARY $15.00 PER HOUR

EMAIL: KITCHANDRA_PENN@HOTMAIL.COM

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board

37 Bible Street, Blue Hills, Providenciales, TCI Is seeking to employ a

#21 Black Crow Road, Provo Is seeking to employ a

Sand Bar, Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

EMAIL: KITCHANDRA_PENN@HOTMAIL.COM

28890

ACE PLUMBING

PLUMBER

CAR WASHER

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28902

Work permit renewal. Qualified Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labor Department 28838

CLAUDIA MUNNINGS

February 12-18, 2022

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

CONTACT 231-1654

CONTACT: 343-1068 Renewal, Belonger will be given first preference.

28910

Acting on behalf of Nana Restaurant of South Dock Rd. Is seeking to employ a

COOK

Prepare meals following a set menu - Must be willing to work on weekends Basic Salary: $7.00 hourly CONTACT: (649) 347-2268 Belongers only These postings are for work-permit holders.

28881

KISHRENE WILLIAMS Front Road, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER / BABYSITTER Ensuring a safe environment, preparing and giving meals, bathing and dressing children, administering medicine, doing housework, and disciplining children when necessary.

Salary: $7.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 247-2082 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28899

February 12-18, 2022

LEWIS L.M. DURHAM The Ridge, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Duties: To clean and maintain premises By removing all trash and debris inside And outside at job sites and assist skill workers and any other duties as may be necessary.

SALARY: $7.50 per hour

CONTACT: 232-1336

CLASSIFIEDS 39

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS OMARI’S RENTAL #6 Birdberry Cl., Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands Is seeking to employ a

LAUNDERER Wash clothes.

To work 5 days a week.

Salary: $300.00 Weekly CONTACT: 1-649-241-1229

P AND D EMPLOYMENT

P AND D EMPLOYMENT

Acting on behalf of MEP Solutions TCI Ltd. Building #999, Leeward Highway Is seeking to employ a

Acting on behalf of Robert Delva Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

2 SOLAR TECHNICIANS Installing solar panels, perform test and fix issues, diagnose and repair issue etc.

Salary: $10.00 hourly

LABOURER

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

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

DOMESTIC WORKER

P AND D EMPLOYMENT Acting on behalf of C&C Lightbourne Brothers Buttonwood Cl., Juba Sound Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Clean house, cook, do laundry and iron clothes.

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

Lift heavy equipment, tools and material, mix concrete, keep work area clean etc.

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

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 28900

Belongers are to apply to the Labour Board.

Work Permit Renewal 28905

CONTACT: 232-3589

CONTACT: 343-0947

Belongers are to apply to the Labour Board 28907

Belongers are to apply to the Labour Board 28908

SANDRA ELIZABETH GARLAND

SEAFOOD PLUS RESTAURANT

SKY SPRAY

TROPICAL BAR & GRILL

28914

#5 Wahoo Lane, Discovery Bay Is seeking to employ a

CARETAKER / HELPER On a daily basis to perform all of the usual daily domestic duties as needed.

Wages are $6.25 per hour.

CONTACT: 649 431 4022 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28893

#Front Road, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

GRILL COOK 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: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 347-5225 OR SEAPLUS@GMAIL.COM

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28897

CONTACT: 946-5907

Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

MAINTENANCE WORKER Fix and maintain mechanical equipment, buildings, and machines. Tasks include plumbing work, painting, flooring repair and upkeep, electrical repairs, heating, and air conditioning system.

Salary: $7.50 hourly

Lower Bight Is seeking to employ a

COOK

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: $9.00 hourly

CONTACT: 242-1252

CONTACT: 341-3680

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28901

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28886

CARGO EXPRESS SERVICES LTD

ISLAND HOUSE LVM LTD

DRIVER POSITION AVAILABLE

ACCOUNTS BILLING COORDINATOR

Grace Bay, Is seeking to employ a

70 South Dock Road, Providenciales, Is seeking to employ a

General Duties: • Ability to drive and operate containerized Hammar Lift Trucks to transport cargo to/from the Port to Warehouse/Customers • Cleaning & daily maintenance of all motorized equipment • Requirements: • Valid TCI driver’s license and proof of safe driving record over the past five years • Basic knowledge of trouble shooting regular mechanical issues • Excellent communication skills in English with the ability to write legibly and compute simple mathematics • Salary: Starts at $10 per hour for 44-hour workweek.

• Please contact Cargo Express Services, in person, at 70 South Dock Road, Providenciales or email application to bkerr@tropical.com

CONTACT: 941-5006 POSITION IS HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER APPLICATION DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 18, 2022 28903

Must be willing to work weekends and holidays.

Salary: $1,800 per month

APPLICATIONS DEADLINE IS FEB 12TH 2022 INTERESTED APPLICANTS SHOULD EMAIL: RANEKIA@IHLVM.COM OR CALL 341-7921 28876

ONDA WATER SPORTS

IVETTE DELHOMME

Grace Bay, Providenciales, Is seeking to employ a

Ti Remy #50 Five Cays, Contact: 346-1736 DOMESTIC WORKER $ 200 ( Renewal) Cleaning the house, making beds, wash and iron and cook and caring for my 14 months old son, feed, bath monitor him.

WING SURFING INSTRUCTOR

TC AUTO & SALES

Five Cays, Residence # 70 Contact: 348-0762 MECHANIC MAN $ 350 WEEKLY ( First time) Testing vehicles, completing preventive maintenance such as, engine tunes ups, oil changes, wheel balancing and replacing filters, etc.

PASHA JENNING

Leeward Palms, #85 Contact: 347-4500 LIVE IN CAREGIVER $ 300.00 ( New) Caring for my mentally ill son, giving him his medication on time, cook for him, wash, clean and monitor him.

BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD

Responsible for issuing invoices, credit note and ensure accuracy, completeness, and aligned with company policy. Reconcile revenue, accounting receivable, deposit and other related documents. Ensure that appropriate supporting documents are verify and well-kept for audit trail. Perform ad-hoc tasks assign from supervisor to support operation team and improve finance and accounting efficiency. Must have a strong accounting background and previous experience in property management and be proficient in computer skills, MS Office, Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

28928

Looking for certified wing / kite instructor with experience teaching. Must be able to work 6 days a week (including holidays) and possible long, flexible hours based on demand. First aid and CPR certificates are required.

Wages starting $15/hour based on qualifications and experience.

SEND APPLICATIONS TO ONDAWATERSPORTS@GMAIL.COM. APPLICANTS WHO ARE ISLANDERS ARE INVITED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR APPLICATION TO THE IMMIGRATION BOARD. 28833

PRUDENT PLUMBING AND SERVICES The Bight Is seeking to employ a

PLUMBER Installs pipes and fixtures, such as sinks and toilets, for water, gas, steam, air, or other liquids. Installs supports for pipes, equipment, etc.

Salary: $7.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 345-8852 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28887

CHURCH OF ST. MONICA #1307 Leeward Highway, Is seeking to employ a

SEXTON

The ideal candidate will be experienced in a custodian role focused on building upkeep.

It is important for the person to be careful and thorough in working, cleaning and tidying the premises.

QUALIFICATION:

• Proven experience as custodian, janitor or in a similar role.

• Attention to detail and conscientiousness • Very good physical condition and strength Fluent in English High school diploma is preferred but not required.

Reports To: Parish Coordinator Salary: $6.25 per hour Email: monicaparishtci@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

28874

CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY Turks and Caicos Islands

The Civil Aviation Authority of the Turks and Caicos Islands is inviting applications/tenders for the provision of aviation regulatory support on an ad-hoc and continuous/contractual basis in the following areas: • ICAO's Universal Safety Oversight Audit Programme (USOAP) • Communications, Navigation and Surveillance (CNS) • Instrument Flight Procedures (IFP) – design approval • Aerodromes • Flight Operations INTERESTED PERSONS OR ORGANISATIONS KINDLY PROVIDE CREDENTIALS TO THE CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY OF THE TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS, AT ATHOMAS@TCICAA.TC OR TELEPHONE 649 941 8085, NO LATER THAN FEBRUARY 19TH 2022.

28852

RIGBY BUILDERS

Five Cays, Providenciales, Is seeking to employ a

5 CARPENTERS $14.00 per hour Build walls and install partitions.

5 CARPENTER HELPER $9.00 per hour Cut timber or lumber.

3 PLUMBERS $14.00 per hour Assemble pipe sections.

3 PLUMBER HELPER $9.00 per hour Assist plumber.

3 LABOURERS $7.00 per hour Mixing concrete.

3 MASONS $10 hourly Repairs and maintains building, laying bricks.

2 STEELMEN $10 hourly Laying out and fabricating structural steel.

2 STEEL HELPER $9 hourly Assist steel man in laying out sheet metal.

PAINTER $10 hourly Painting surfaces.

CONTACT: 241-9541 OR RIGBYBUILDERS1@HOTMAIL.COM BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD. WORK PERMIT RENEWALS 28851

40 CLASSIFIEDS

February 12-18, 2022

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

S & F WHOLESALE CASH & CARRY LTD Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos Islands Is now interviewing for the following positions:

TKCA

CONTACT: 941-3445

Grace bay, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands

• Assist customers with queries and finding items • Scanning customer purchases, processing their payments and bagging their items • Processing returns and exchanges.

• Committed to work flexible hours, days, nights, weekends and holidays.

• Able to safely lift boxes • Placing stock on shelves that are left in the register.

• Wages start at $6.25 to $8.00 per hour • Held by the work permit holder.

CONTACT: 941-8112

• Perform general maintenance duties such as cleaning walkways, fixing fountains, and applying plaster • Conduct minor repairs and maintenance procedures on equipment utilized in grounds keeping • Utilize pesticides to rid grounds of pests such as mosquitos, wasps, and ticks • Efficiently apply fertilizer to property grounds to enhance growth • Safely cut grounds using hand, power or riding mower for trimming edges around walkways, flower beds, and walls • Monitor property grounds to ensure a pleasant appearance • Be willing to train and enhance knowledge in assigned duties • Ensure grounds are free of weeds and dead plants • Wages $7-$10 hourly, must be flexible Monday to Saturday.

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

28759

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: 2453172

Qualified Belonger candidates should send their applications to info@tkcavacationrentals.com and to the Labour Department. New / Renewal

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

POSITIONS AVAILABLE 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.

28717

BEAUTIFUL BRAIDS

BONMARCH

HAIR DRESSER

RECEIVING CLERK

North Back Salina, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

Wilson Circle, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

Shampooing, cutting, and styling hair, provide hair treatments, including deep conditioning, permanents, hair coloring, and weaving.

Salary: $7.50 hourly

Candidates should be able to use Quick books, Microsoft office and have knowledge of Logistics and handling of inventory for the company.

Working without supervision are assets candidates should possess.

Salary: $7.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 246-6120

CONTACT: 247-0771 OR BONMARCH2@GMAIL.COM

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28802

CULTURE SALON & SPA

Cinema Plaza, Leeward Highway Is seeking to employ a

1 COSMETOLOGIST

Shampooing, coloring, and styling hair. Makeup, dress wigs, perform hair removal, nail and skin care services. $6.25 hourly

1 HAIRDRESSER

Shampooing, cutting, and styling hair, provide hair treatments. $6.25 hourly

2 NAIL TECHNICIANS

Basic manicures, artificial nails, gel nails, hand massages, nail fills, nail repair, and nail polishing. $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 649-347-3882 Belongers only apply Work Permit Renewal

28778

Hospital road, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

LOOKING FOR A LANDSCAPER TO:

CASHIER

ROSTAND MALCOLM

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

28787

BUY WISE BEAUTY SUPPLY 71 Paradise Road, Cooper Jack Bay, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, and door frames. Minor maintenance.

Must be willing to work 5 days a week.

Salary: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: 243-8574

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28783

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28784

CUTTING EDGE LANDSCAPING & DESIGNS

EASYWAY EMPLOYMENT SERVICES

756 Leeward Highway, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

GARDENER

Soil cultivation, digging, and forking, mulching, watering, raking, weeding, edging, pruning, seed sowing, bed preparation and planting.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 333-2621

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28777

ACTING ON BEHALF

D&B TILES South Dock Tel. 232-3465 TILEMAN - $450.00 Weekly Spreading of cement, lightning the space and joints, covering surfaces and base with adhesive scraping the dull surfaces, handling the light fixtures, apply perfectly leveled surface of mixture to walls.

RICARDO ALCINUES The Bight #30 Tel. 333-1236 LABOR - $300.00 Weekly Assist with going construction, cleaning the complex, wash windows, and maintain the yard.

Belongers only apply Work Permit Renewal

28807

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

PRINCESS TAKEOUT RESTAURANT & BAR Major Hill, North Caicos Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

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

To work 5 days a week.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 241-4838

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28743

THE CHURCH OF GOD Bottle Creek, North Caicos Is seeking to employ a

PASTOR

Strategic planning and staff coordination in the execution of the church’s purpose, define strategic goals and vision as a key leader among staff and elders and implement the plan by coordinating leading weekly staff meetings and other activities to clarify and execute goals and objectives. Salary starts at $800 monthly.

CONTACT: 243-6890 Renewal, Belonger will be given first preference.

28766

J & G MAINTENANCE SERVICES #35 Lignum Vitae St., Long Bay Is seeking to employ a

CLEANER

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

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 342-3163

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28780

February 12-18, 2022

JOHANNE VAILLIANT

LJ CONTRACTING SERVICES

Venetian Road #2 Is seeking to employ a

Cox Drive, Kew Town Is seeking to employ a

LIVE IN NANNY

MASON

Caring for my children and newborn infant, prepare their meal, change their diapers, make bottles, wash their clothes, monitor them, washing, ironing, folding clothes, cooking and cleaning the house.

Salary: $300.00 Weekly

Spreading of cement, lightning the space and joints, covering surfaces and base with adhesive scraping the dull surfaces, handling the light fixtures, apply perfectly leveled surface of mixture to walls.

Salary: $450.00 Weekly

CONTACT: 347-1874

CONTACT: 331-8546

NEW GREEK RESTAURANT/EGEO

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

2 COOKS

HEAD CHEF

• Assist Chefs in preparing authentic Greek cuisine; • Must have at least 5 years working in a high pace environment • Must adhere to restaurant menu • Must follow food health and safety procedures • Salary: $10.00 hourly

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28804

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28806

OVELINE AMBROISE

KISHMA ADAMS

MARIE PROSPER

MAINTENANCE WORKER Maintain property, keep property, machine in good condition and clean and Organized work house.

Wages $7.50 hour

CONTACT: 342-9441 Belongers only apply.

New work permit

28731

IVLEEN R. FORBES Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

CARETAKER

#12 Analee Avenue, Millennium Highway, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

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

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 245-7856

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28735

JARAD BURKLEY WILLIAMS #3 AVIATION DRIVE, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

BABYSITTER

Applicant must be honest, reliable and very good caring for the elderly.

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

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: 245-0136

CONTACT: 348-2374

#1030 The Bight, Leeward Highway 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: 345-7087

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28709

Leeward Palms Is seeking to employ a

32 Dolphin Lane, Long Bay Hills Is seeking to employ a

BABYSITTER

GARDENER

LABOURER

CONTACT: 342-0240

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28754

CONTACT: 231-3015 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28757

#49 Juba Sound, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

EMAIL: COCOBISTRO@TCIWAY.TC

Candidate must be willing to work weekends and holidays.

Duties will include, Beach and pool cleaning, cleaning outside the property, picking up yard waste, washing garbage bins, windows, caring of plants and general yard maintenance.

CONTACT: 231-1239

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

28773

BEEN AND LEEVES COFFEE SHOP Gracebay, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

BAKER

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: 649-242-5606 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28723

• 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: $40k per annum.

RANDY MCKENN EWING

Soil cultivation, digging, and forking, mulching, watering, raking, weeding, edging, pruning, seed sowing, bed preparation and planting.

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

ODETTE PEARL BERNADIN

RESTAURANT MANAGER

CONTACT: 946-5369

LABOURER

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 28763

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

SABRINA KATHERINE LIGHTBOURNE

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: 946-5369

TURKS & TACOS

A work permit holder holds this position Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28755

Is seeking to employ a

Head chef Requirements • Proven experience as head chef • Exceptional proven ability of kitchen management • Ability in dividing responsibilities and monitoring progress • Outstanding communication and leadership skills • Up-to-date with culinary trends and optimized kitchen processes • Good understanding of useful computer programs (MS Office, restaurant management software, POS) • Credentials in health and safety training • Salary: $60,000 per year

DOMESTIC WORKER

DOMESTIC WORKER

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28741

#2 Corrinize Ave, Wheeland Is seeking to employ a

SILVER PALMS COTTAGE

COCO BISTRO

Is seeking to employ a

PERSONS WITH ISLANDER STATUS OR RESIDENCE WITH RIGHT TO WORK ARE ENCOURAGED TO SUBMIT AN APPLICATION TO REGENT VILLAGE EAST, UNIT A210, GRACE BAY, PROVIDENCIALES, AND THE LABOUR DEPARTMENT. 28788

Industrial drive, Osias Building upstairs number 12 Is seeking to employ a

CLASSIFIEDS 41

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

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 February 16th, 2022

• Preparing bake good for the restaurant • Must have at least 5 years’ experience • Must have worked in a top quality bakery or restaurant for 5 years or more • Must have extensive knowledge for creating recipes • Co-ordinate baking schedule to produce bread, cakes, pastries and other goods • Must be able to work under pressure and detail oriented • Salary range: $24,000.00 annually PERSONS WITH ISLANDER STATUS OR RESIDENCE WITH RIGHT TO WORK ARE ENCOURAGED TO SUBMIT AN APPLICATION TO REGENT VILLAGE EAST, UNIT A210, GRACE BAY, PROVIDENCIALES, AND ALSO WITH THE LABOUR DEPARTMENT. 28789

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

28764

PROVO PONIES

To work 6 days a week Cleaning horse stalls. $325 per week CALL 649-241-6350 Belongers only apply Work permit renewal

28728

BCQS LIMITED Seeks

A SENIOR CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR The successful applicant must possess: • Honours Degree in Contract Administration / Project Management.

• Five years post qualification work experience.

• Computer literate with experience in Word, Excel, MS Project & BQ system software Duties will include and candidates should have experience in: • Contract Administration • Design Co-ordination • Project & Portfolio Management

• An annual salary of $42,000.00 plus performance • Related commission is offered for this position.

• The suitable candidate should be able to work under his own initiative and be able to see through projects from concept to completion.

• This new position is available immediately and closing date for application is 14th February 2022.

• Qualified Turks & Caicos Islanders preferred.

APPLY IN WRITING TO BCQS LIMITED, P. O. BOX 158, PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS. CONTACT SIMON TAYLOR ON EMAIL: STAYLOR@BCQS.COM

28790

42 CLASSIFIEDS A & W WHOLESALE SPENDLESS MARKET

Industrial Park Road, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

STORE ATTENDANTS/ DELIVERY DRIVER Responsible for transporting packages and other goods Must be able to work holidays as well and on schedule off day if needed.

Salary: $7.50 hourly

CONTACT: 332-9037

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28758

C AND S PROFESSIONAL SERVICES ACTING ON BEHALF TCI AUTOMOTIVE PARTS & REPAIRS SERVICES FIVE CAYS, PROVIDENCIALES Is seeking to employ a

MECHANIC

Keeps equipment available for use by inspecting and testing vehicles; completing preventive maintenance such as, engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire changes, wheel balancing, and replacing filters. Salary: $10.00 per hour

CONTACT: 345-7285

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28753

February 12-18, 2022

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

ATELYS LTD.

BAMBOO RESTAURANT

Grace Bay Is seeking to employ a

Down Town, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

ARTESANA

COOK

• Generate and develop artistic ideas.

• Sketch out ideas and/or make models.

• Create or develop a piece of work in response to a brief or commission.

• Meeting deadlines.

• Salary: $6.25 Hourly

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

CONTACT: 649-332-2017

CONTACT: 343-7536

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

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

CARTER’S CLEANING SERVICES

CEICLY ROBINSON

28749

Airport Road, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

28740

#6 Harmony Close, Kew Town Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

To clean and maintain premises by removing all trash and debris inside and outside of job site and assist skill workers and other duties as may be necessary.

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

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: 649-232-3264

CONTACT: 649-941-3857

Belongers are to apply to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28761

JOB VACANCY CORAL VISIONS LTD.

TURQUOISE POINT PLAZA, GRACE BAY, PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS. TELEPHONE: 649-346-7082 Is seeking to employ a

GRAPHIC DESIGNER RESPONSIBILITIES ; Ability to produce quality designs for print, web and television production ; Interpreting the client’s business needs and developing a concept to suit their purpose ; Using innovation to redefine a design brief within the constraints of cost and time ; Proofreading to produce accurate and high-quality work REQUIRED SKILLS ; A degree in Graphic Design or at least 5 years experience in this field ; Excellent IT skills ; Exceptional creative flair and design ; Excellent time management and organisational skills ; Accuracy and attention to detail ; An understanding of the latest trends and their role within a commercial environment ; Proven competence in design and image processing software including Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Premiere, After Effects, Dreamweaver and Flash ; Professional approach to time, costs and deadlines.

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.

PLEASE SEND WRITTEN APPLICATION AND RESUME TO

info@coralvisions.com no later than February 25, 2022.

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 28746

DOSSOU CONSTRUCTION Load Avenue, South Dock Road #5 Is seeking to employ a

MASON

BIANCA HARVEY

Acting on behalf of Sagesse Drywall Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

DRYWALL 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: 333-1784

CROSLEY BAIN

KIGMOA WILLIAMS

Long Bay, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

Grand Turk, East Suburbs Is seeking to employ a

CLEANER

LABOURER

1- LABOURER 1-DOMESTIC WORKER

Hibiscus Square, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

For its Airport Staff Location in Grand Turk.

Must be Reliable, \ Hard-Working and Trustworthy. Salary is @$7.25 per hour 4 Days a week 4 Hours Daily with Weekly Pay

CONTACT: 649-941-8085 – 1-649-331-8786 EMAIL: ATHOMAS@TCICAA.TC Work permit Renewal. Belongers only apply. Closing Date is 7th February, 2022 28732

DYPCO LTD. South Dock Is seeking to employ a

MAINTENANCE MAN

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28737

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28729

DIVE PROVO

DOMINICAN RESTAURANT

CALL TO ARRANGE AN

BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

104 Alice & Alice Plaza, Airport Road Is seeking to employ a

28750

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

CONTACT: 246-2555

SERVER

Take orders, answer questions about the menu and take payments.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

PASTRY CHEF

Decorate and present pastries and baked goods in a tasteful and beautiful way.

Salary: $8.00 hourly

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

28710

Belongers only apply RENEWAL 28752

Cleaning outside the property with a sweeper, pick-up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows and door frames.

Salary: $6. 50per hourly

CONTACT: 1(649) 232 64 29

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28711

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

28708

EXECUTIVE CLEANING COMPANY LTD.

FATHER & SON CONSTRUCTION

P.O. BOX 366 LEEWARD PALMS #38 YELLOW ELDER DRIVE Is seeking to employ a

2 DOMESTIC WORKERS

Must have 2 years’ experience in commercial/ residential/ industrial cleaning. Deep clean and disinfect commercial and residential sites.

Salary: $6.25 hourly CONTACT: 242-3823 OR 649TREVORCOOOKE@GMAIL.COM Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labor Department.

Only qualified applicants will be contacted. A work permit holder currently holds this position 28713

ELIE AND ADAMS CONSTRUCTION Matilda Street, Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

CONTACT: 346-3569

EMAIL: DIVEPROVO2020@GMAIL.COM

Cleaning, laundering sheets, towels and other housework.

Salary: $6.50 per hour

THE TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS CIVIL AVIATION

CONTACT: 231-1490

INTERVIEW: 946-5040

DOMESTIC WORKER

CONTACT: 231-0801

CONTACT: 346-7379

To teach scuba diving and guide underwater tours.

This is a tourism related position and includes working weekends and public holidays.

Salary: $130 per day

CONTACT: 345-5113

ACTING ON BEHALF KEVIN’S QUALITY CLEANER #43 INDUSTRIAL DRIVE, PROVIDENCIALES Is seeking to employ a

Belongers are to apply to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28745

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

Salary: $7.00 hourly

1 SSI AND 1 PADI SCUBA INSTRUCTOR

Responsible for installing wallboards to ceilings or to interior walls of buildings and applying plaster.

Smooths out imperfections with trowels and shackle.

To work 6 days a week.

Salary: $8.00 hourly

C AND S PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28747

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: $10.00 hourly

Saltmills Plaza, Grace Bay Is seeking to employ a

BLS MULTISERVICES AGENCY

P.O Box Saunder & Co., Town Centre Mall Is seeking to employ a

PAINTER Apply paints, stains, and coatings to interior and exterior walls, new buildings, homes, offices and other structural surfaces.

Salary: $9.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 649-242-8751 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28785

Archie Morley Yard Is seeking to employ a

MASON

Repairs, maintains and alters buildings, retaining walls and other brick or stone edifices. Mixes mortar; lays bricks and stones and/ or concrete sidewalks; makes and repairs steps and plasters.

Salary: $8.50 hourly

CONTACT: 244-6542 / 333-1237

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28738

GABRIEL’S TIRESHOP Five Cays Road #89 Is seeking to employ a

TIRE MEN

Smooth Surfaces of objects or equipment. Roll new rubber treads. Repair tires.

Order replacements for tires and tubes. Order materials, supplies, or equipment.

Prepare rims and wheel drums for reassembly.

Salary: $340.00 Weekly

CONTACT: 331-5918

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28805

February 12-18, 2022 THE GRAND TURK STORE South Back Salina, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

2 SALE CLERKS

Greets customers, receive payment by cash, checks and credit cards, Issue receipts, and change due to customers. $7.00 hourly

1 SHELF STOCKER Stocking Shelves in store. $7.00 hourly

CONTACT: 342-2511

THE MISSION OF THE CHURCH OF GOD

#192 Uncle Johns Way, Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

PASTOR

Provide spiritual leadership to members of a church.

Preparing weekly sermons, preaching and conducting worship services. Interpret biblical scripture for the congregation. To work 6 days a week.

Salary: $325 weekly

CONTACT: 243-5844

Belongers are to apply to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28739

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

JENNIFER HIGGS

PRICILLA BETHEL GRAY

Provo Is seeking to employ a

28748

The Bight Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

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

CONTACT: 649-232-1007

This is for a work permit renewal Belonger only apply 28730

SAMUEL FORBES #6 Grapeseed Ave., Leeward Palms Is seeking to employ a

MAINTENANCE MAN Fix and maintain mechanical equipment, buildings, and machines.

Tasks include plumbing work, painting, flooring repair and upkeep, electrical repairs, heating, and air conditioning system.

Salary: $9.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 231-6370 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

28720

DOMESTIC WORKER Clean the house and do the laundry.

Salary: $6.25 Hourly CONTACT: 241-3680

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28762

SAMUEL WILSON #12 Musgrove Hill, Kew Town Is seeking to employ a

1 LABOURER

Cleaning outside the property, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, and doorframes. $6.25 hourly

1 DOMESTIC WORKER Sweeping, mopping, clean bathrooms, kitchen, living room, laundry and other housework. $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 342-2511 Belongers are to apply to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28756

THOMAS JUNIOR ELOY Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, and door frames.

Salary: $6.50 Hourly

CONTACT: 341-3445 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

28719

GILLEY’S ENTERPRISES Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER • Washing of dishes and putting them away.

• Assist with cleaning of kitchen in preparation for next day.

• Polishing of tables during closure of restaurant.

• Sweeping and moping of floors at the end of the day.

• To work six (6) days per week • Wages $6.75

CONTACT: TATE@ GILLEYSCAFE@TCIWAY.TC OR 946-4472

This is a renewal Belongers only apply 28733

Whitby, North Caicos (Renewal) Position: Maintenance Worker Rate: $6.50 hr Fix and maintain building, and machines Work permit currently holds the job,

CHARLTON GARDINER

Major Hill, North Caicos Position: Carpenter (renewal) Rate: $12.00 hr

MYRAQUEL CRUZ REYES

Long Bay Rd, Providenciales Position: Housekeeper (renewal) Dusting, making beds, mopping Position is held by a permit holder

GEE HANDFIELD

Bay Road, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

RIDING INSTRUCTOR

• 10 years or more experience • Able to train horses • Train riders of all levels and age group • Must be able to serve as coach in competition.

• Implement a riding and feeding schedule • Love animals and work with little supervision.

• Salary: $1,800 to be paid bi-weekly

CONTACT: 649-333-8687

Email Address: Tciunique@gmail.com Belongers are encouraged to apply.

28760

Acting on behalf of JONATHAN JEAN JOURNEYMAN-$10.00 Hourly Must have various skills.

JEANNE TALBOT MAINTENANCE WORKER-$10.00 Hourly Maintain mechanical equipment, buildings, and machines.

QUINCY CARTWRIGHT MAINTENANCE WORKER-$10.00 Hourly Maintain mechanical equipment, buildings, and machines.

SHAUN INGHAM MAINTENANCE WORKER-$10.00 Hourly Maintain mechanical equipment, buildings, and machines.

CONTACT: 649-331-2251

CONTACT: 649-331-2251

Whitby, North Caicos Position: Labourer (renewal)` Rate: $6.50 hr Description: Cleaning yard, moving trash, washing windows.

KEVIN SWANN

Central Square Road Whitby, North Caicos Position: Labourer (renewal)` Rate: $6.50 hr Description: Cleaning yard, moving trash, washing windows.

Work permit currently holds the job

CONTACT: 246-7382 WORK PERMIT CURRENTLY HOLDS THE JOB | BELONGERS ONLY APPLY 28768

#35 Long Bay Highway Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

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

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 243-9961

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28704

​WARD’S CONSULTANCY Acting On Behalf Of Our Client:

E. L. CONSTRUCTION Kewtown. Provo Tel: 341-6156

DOMESTIC WORKER $6.25 Per Hour Providing regular housekeeping.

INSIGHT LTD. #5, Academy Ave Providenciales, Tel: 399-9000 SERVER - $7.00 Per Hour Take orders, take payments COOK - $7.00 Per Hour Prep ingredients according to recipes.

Belonger are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the labour board. These position is currently held by work permit holder 28707

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

Acting on behalf of DAMIAN STANGE JOURNEYMAN-$10.00 Hourly Must have various skills.

NANCY RELIS LIVE-IN MAID-$7.00 Hourly Cleaning the house, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing etc.

M&R DELIVERY SERVICES MAINTENANCE WORKER-$10.00 Hourly Maintain mechanical equipment, buildings, and machines.

M&S CRAFT MAINTENANCE WORKER-$10.00 Hourly Maintain mechanical equipment, buildings, and machines.

Belongers are to apply to the Labour Board 28705

VENICE GRAY

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

T & C SECRETARIAL SERVICES

Wilson Circle, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

On Behalf of our Clients

Making cabinets, install contractures and fixtures Position is held by a permit holder

UNIQUE TOURS AND RENTALS

T & C SECRETARIAL SERVICES

CLOVELEAF AGENCY TROPIC MANAGEMENT

CLASSIFIEDS 43

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

Wilson Circle, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

Belongers are to apply to the Labour Board 28706

TABOO’S 24 HR BAR & RESTAURANT

TEMPCO VARIETY STORE

COOK Setting up workstations

LABOURER

Douglas Missick Bld., Airport Road Is seeking to employ a

with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment.

Preparing ingredients to use in cooking chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat etc. Cooking food in various utensils or grillers.

Salary: $8.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 241-7216 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28715

Residence, Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

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

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 231-0977

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28721

BCQS LIMITED Seeks

A SENIOR CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR The successful applicant must possess: • Minimum APM Level 4 / PMQ / Agile PM or similar.

• Five years post qualification work experience.

• Computer literate with experience in Word, Excel, MS Project & BQ system software Duties will include and candidates should have experience in: • Contract Administration • Design Co-ordination • Project & Portfolio Management

• An annual salary of $42,000.00 plus performance • Related commission is offered for this position.

• The suitable candidate should be able to work under his own initiative and be able to see through projects from concept to completion.

• This new position is available immediately and closing date for application is 14th February 2022.

• Qualified Turks & Caicos Islanders preferred.

APPLY IN WRITING TO BCQS LIMITED, P. O. BOX 158, PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS. CONTACT SIMON TAYLOR ON EMAIL: STAYLOR@BCQS.COM

28791

44 CLASSIFIEDS

DOCUWIN ACTING ON BEHALF OF KAYSHELL CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE SERVICES

of Providenciales is seeking to employ a

"MAINTENANCE WORKER"

- Assist with maintenance jobs on a contractual basis for both Residential & Commercial properties.

- Must be willing to work on weekends Basic Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: (649) 348-9533

NUMBER 1 CHICKEN'S GRILL

Downtown Providenciales is seeking to employ a

"COOK".

- Prepare meals following a set menu.

Basic Salary: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: 649-345-7823

SEAFOOD PLUS RESTAURANT

of Blue hills providenciales is seeking to employ a

EXAMPLE OF CHRIST

of Five Cays is seeking to employ a

MUSIC TEACHER

- Provide music instruction in an elementary music setting - must have musical skills such as: singing, musical literature Basic Salary: $9.00 hourly

CONTACT: # 346-4624 L&L REPAIR SHOP

of South Dock Rd is seeking to employ a

AUTO BODY REPAIR MAN

- Prepare vehicles for body repair work -To spray paint vehicles Basic Salary: $8.00 hourly

CONTACT: # 232-2619

EXAMPLE OF CHRIST

"CASHIER".

of Five Cays is seeking to employ a

CONTACT: 331-5227

- To sweep and mop floors - Responsible for keeping restrooms tidy Basic Salary: $6.25 hourly

- Receive payments and issue out accurate change to customers Basic Salary: $6.25 hourly

ROLYN ALMONTE

of blue hills is seeking to employ a

CLEANER

CONTACT: #346-4624

CONTACT: (649) 342-4785 / 346-3136

- To repair machines, engines. transmissions - To inspect mechanical & electrical components Basic Salary: $9.00 hourly

- Perform general maintenance around store Basic Salary: $300.00 weekly

MECHANIC

ELCIE'S ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN

CONTACT: #242- 2275

- Perform general labour duties Basic Salary: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: (649) 332-4404 JEAN LUXAMA

of kew town is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

CAICEDO CLEANERS

of south dock is seeking to employ

2 CLEANERS

- Perform all basic cleaning in and around residences and office buildings Basic Salary: $6.25

CONTACT: #332-4404 GERALD ANGRAND

- Perform general labour duties Basic Salary: $6.25 hourly

of Providenciales is seeking to employ a

CAICEDO PUB HOUSE

- Perform general maintenance duties around property.

Basic Salary: $7.00 hourly

CONTACT: (649) 341-7518

of South Dock Rd is seeking to employ a

COOK

- Prepare meals following a set menu - Customer oriented Basic Salary: $7.00 hourly

CONTACT: #331 7256 PHANFAN JOSEPH

of Long Bay Providenciales is seeking to employ a

BABYSITTER

MAINTENANCE WORKER CONTACT: #331-5227

LA FAMILIA RESTAURANT

of kew town is seeking to employ a - Perform general kitchen cleaning.

Basic Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 341-1021

MC WATER DELIVERY

is seeking to employ a

JJ'S STREET

CONTACT: 342-4436 / 231-2756

of Kew Town Providenciales is seeking to employ a - Preparing meals for customers following a set menu - Processing customers orders Basic salary: $7.00 hourly

CONTACT: #347-8454

RENEWALS

#771 Leeward Highway P.O. Box 477, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

PUMP ATTENDANTS

28772

SANDRA BEATRICE LIGHTBOURNE Venetian Road, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

Renewal, Belonger will be given first preference.

28767

CHURCH OF GOD ABUNDANT LIFE FRENCH MIR. Up the Hill, Kew Town Is seeking to employ a

MINISTER / EVANGELIST

Preparing weekly sermons preaching and conducting worship services, responsibility to interpret biblical scripture for the congregation provide care and counseling to church members Salary: 6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 241-0452

A work permit holder holds renewal, this position; Belonger will be given first preference 28775

Renewal, Belonger will be given first preference.

28699

CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY Norway Road, Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

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

Salary: $6.50 Hourly

CONTACT: 241-2962

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28776

KITCHEN HELPER

- Responsible for care of minor during the absence of parents Basic Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: #232-2015

GRANT’S PETROLEUM

CONTACT: 232-4462 BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR DEPARTMENT

CONTACT: 242-5005

MAINTENANCE WORKER

2 LABOURERS

THIS POSITION IS A RENEWAL WORK PERMIT PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATIONS TO: CARE CONSULTANCY UNIT # 9 SAM’S BLDG. DOWNTOWN PROVIDENCIALES OR CALL 3473465.

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS IS FEB 14TH 2022 BELONGERS ONLY APPLY 28765

Candidate must be willing to work weekends and holidays.

Duties will include, housekeeping/ cleaning, laundry, taking care of the elderly, and any other chores.

CONTACT: 343-4671

MAINTENANCE WORKER

of South dock is seeking to employ a

of south dock is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER/ CAREGIVER

T&W AUTO

- Provide general maintenance duties Basic Salary: $7.00 hourly

of Kew-Town is seeking to employ a

PAINTER

Duties: Paint buildings and other walls and surfaces according to instructions.

Required to work weekends and holidays. Pay rate $7.00 ph.

Is seeking to employ a

CONTACT: #331-8546

LEVELT JULIEN

CONTACT: (649) 244-4542

MIDJIE CLOTHING STORE

VIRGINIA CLERVEAUX

SEEKS TO EMPLOY A

Sweep the house. Mop the floor. Clean the bathroom and replace tissue. Clean the doors and windows. Clean the ceiling and walls. Empty waste baskets. Salary starts at $6.25 per hour

of providenciales is seeking to employ a

- Perform General maintenance Basic Salary: $6.50 hourly

WATERFRONT LEEWARD

To fuel up customer tank and storage tank.

Clean and maintain work area, stock shelves and Freezers.

Salary starts at $6.25 per hour

"MAINTENANCE WORKER"

COOK

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TRUCK DRIVER

- Provide fast delivery service - Must own a drivers license Basic Salary: $7.00 hourly

PEOPLE'S CHOICE SUPER STORE

of blue hills is seeking to employ a

CASHIER

- Responsible for cash handling - Receiving funds and issuing out correct change - must be knowledgeable in POS system Basic Salary: $6.25 hourly Contact: #341-0888

BELONGERS ONLY APPLY

WARD’S CONSULTANCY Acting On Behalf Of Our Client:

STEEL UNLIMITED

Mary Jane, Blue Hills, Tel: 341-4502

STEEL MAN

$9.00 p/h Build and install steel girders,

COMPLETE CONSTRUCTION

#53, P. O. Box 68, Blue Mountain, providenciales Tel: 231-0337

HELPER

$6.25 p/h Set up equipment on construction sites.

A-1AUTO TACT

Downtown providenciales

MECHANIC

$8.50 p/h Inspect machines, engines, transmissions etc.

Belonger are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the labour board. These position is currently held by work permit holder

28904

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P & D EMPLOYMENT

NATALIE ZAIDAN

NATALIE ZAIDAN

PLUMBER

DOMESTIC WORKER

HOUSEKEEPER

PROSPECTIVE APPLICANTS INCLUDING ISLANDERS CAN BRING ALL APPLICATIONS TO SERVICES BY EA LOCATED AT 65 BEECHWOOD RD, GRACE BAY VILLAGE, PROVIDENCIALES OR E-MAIL TO YVONNE@EAGROUPTCI.COM. SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE NOTIFIED BY PHONE FOR INTERVIEW. THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY WORK PERMIT HOLDER. 28827

PROSPECTIVE APPLICANTS INCLUDING ISLANDERS CAN BRING ALL APPLICATIONS TO SERVICES BY EA LOCATED AT 65 BEECHWOOD RD, GRACE BAY VILLAGE, PROVIDENCIALES OR E-MAIL TO YVONNE@EAGROUPTCI.COM. SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE NOTIFIED BY PHONE FOR INTERVIEW. THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY WORK PERMIT HOLDER. EMAIL: YVONNE@EAGROUPTCI.CO

Acting on behalf of Caribbean Construction Builders Building #999 Leeward Highway Is seeking to employ a

Donkey Lane Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

Running pipeline, installing bathrooms and kitchen sinks etc. $9.00 Hourly

ENGINEER

Designing, planning, construction and management of infrastructures for buildings projects etc. $20.00 Hourly

SITE MANAGER

Manage offsite locations, monitor and conduct regular inspections to maintain high standard output, daily tasking etc. Must have 8yrs experience. $20.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 946-5907

BELONGERS ARE TO APPLY TO THE LABOUR BOARD. WORK PERMIT RENEWAL 28909

REQUIREMENTS: • CLEANING, ORGANIZING MENUS AND COOKING FOR A FAMILY OF 5 • MUST BE AVAILABLE TO WORK WEEKENDS AND SOME HOLIDAYS • FULL TIME CAREGIVER TO A 9 YEAR-OLD • MUST HAVE A VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE • SALARY: $6.50 PER HOUR

ANANDA LTD DBA KB HOME

Unit 101A West Venture House, Grace Bay Road, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

TWO (2) STORE CLERK JOB SUMMARY AND QUALIFICATIONS: Responsible for sales activities; Assist and interact courteously and professionally with customers.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: High School Graduate; previous experience as a Store Clerk would be as asset.

Salary: $7.75 Per Hr. THESE POSITIONS ARE HELD BY WORK PERMIT HOLDER.

GODGEOUS WORKS

28832

HAIRBRAIDING BEACH M.P

FLORIST

Applicants must possess a minimum of two years 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

GASHET BAR

#1030 The Bight, Leeward Highway Is seeking to employ a

Fitz Street, Back Salina, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

ELECTRICIAN

HAIR BRAIDER

BARMAID

CONTACT: 346-0705 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

28714

Braiding clients’ hair in different styles.

Must be willing to work 6 days a week.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

Must be willing to work weekends and bank holidays. $6.50 per hour. Duties include serving customers and keeping the bar area clean and tidy.

CONTACT: 345-7087

CONTACT 343 2098

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 28736

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

use of certain flowers for weddings, funerals etc. Must be available to work outdoors and irregular hours. Possess two years experience in floral retail using POS Systems.

Engaging and outgoing personality who enjoys working with the public.

Starting salary commensurate with experience.

INTERESTED APPLICANTS INCLUDING ISLANDERS/BELONGERS CAN BRING ALL APPLICATIONS TO EA SERVICES LTD. LOCATED AT #65 BEECHWOOD ROAD, GRACE BAY, PROVIDENCIALES OR E-MAIL TO YVONNE@EAGROUPTCI.COM. SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE NOTIFIED BY PHONE FOR AN INTERVIEW. THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY WORK PERMIT HOLDERS. 28834

Back Salina, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

Install and maintain wiring, control, and lighting systems. Inspect transformers and circuit breakers. Identify electrical problems with a variety of testing devices.

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

REQUIREMENTS: • CLEANING, ORGANIZING MENUS AND COOKING FOR A FAMILY OF 5 • MUST BE AVAILABLE TO WORK WEEKENDS AND SOME HOLIDAYS • FULL TIME CAREGIVER TO A 7-YEAR-OLD • MUST HAVE A VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE • SALARY: $6.50 PER HOUR

FLOWERS BY EA

Leeward Highway, Providenciales Has an immediate opening for

BELONGERS ONLY ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND THEIR RESUME, CLEAN POLICE RECORD AND REFERENCE TO: MS. JUDY MISSICK HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGER ANANDA LTD. LEEWARD HWY, PROVIDENCIALES. TEL: 941-8155 EMAIL: JUDY.MISSICK@KBHOMECENTER.COM

Donkey Lane Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

This is position is currently held by a work permit holder.

Interested Turks and Caicos Islanders should submit their application to the Labour Board.

28537

GLORIA’S CANDY’S KITCHEN Kew Town, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

CLEANER

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

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 347-0349

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28712

28826

GIZELE FOI ANTENOR #41 Lower Bight Is seeking to employ a

HELPER Clean yard and minor maintenance.

Salary: $8 hourly

CONTACT: 331-0289

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28716

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

IS INTERVIEWING FOR:

GROUNDS SUPERVISOR The suitable candidate must have 10 years of experience, have strong English verbal and written communication skills. Have suitable grounds skills and experience.

Salary commensurate with qualifications & experience according to industry standards.

RESUMES CAN BE EMAILED TO

tlewin@portsofcallresort.com/ abarnett@portsofcallresort.com 28718

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February 12-18, 2022

SHREE SAI LIMITED Cruise Port Center, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

MANAGER

TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS AIRPORTS AUTHORITY (TCIAA)

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS AIRPORT CONCESSIONS OPPORTUNITY AT THE JAGS MCCARTNEY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT GRAND TURK FOOD AND BEVERAGE SERVICES The Turks and Caicos Islands Airports Authority (TCIAA) invites the submission of proposals by qualified persons and businesses to operate food and beverage services at the JAGS McCartney International Airport Grand Turk.

The facility comprises of one thousand five hundred and sixty-six square feet (1,566 sq.ft.) that is furnished with basic commercial grade equipment used in café and restaurant services the Monthly rental is one thousand five hundred and sixty-six United States dollars ($1,566.00).

PROSPECTIVE TENANT MUST SUBMIT A PROPOSAL WITH THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION; • Providing proof of experience and qualifications in the Restaurant business • A comprehensive business plan for a long-term, sustainable and professional operation • For TCI Limited Companies Certificate of Incorporation; and Certificate of Good Standing • Copy of current Business License Certificate in the appropriate class for restaurant business (or receipt of payment).

• Proof that National Insurance Board Contributions are up to date (certificate of clearance).

• Proof that National Health Insurance Plan Contributions are up to date (letter of good standing).

• Bank reference letter to showing good financial positions • Full listing of the Directors, Principals and/or Owners of the Company.

• Must in compliance with the Turks and Caicos Islands Public & Environmental Health Ordinance 2014 and the Food & Drug Ordinance2016.

The café and restaurant services are to be operated seven days a week from 6:30 am to 8:00 pm this is inclusive of public holidays.

SERVICE DEMAND: In order to maintain a strong performance in the leased facility, the Vendor will have to agree to a minimum of the following: • The Successful Vendor of the facility will aggressively advertise, market, and manage the restaurant in a clean well maintained and a pleasant environment for its guests and employees during the term of the lease.

• The Successful Vendor must ensure that they Paint, decorate, furnish and upkeep the general operating areas on a regular basis but not less than once every 3 years to maintain the restaurant facility to the highest standard.

• All broken items will be repaired or replaced at the Owners expense in a timely and efficient manner.

• All employees must be trained to be customer service oriented, neat and friendly, to the customers and potential customers in and around the airport premises.

• Hosting of large events must be approved by TCIAA, noise levels must be such as not to negatively impact the normal operations of the airport.

LICENSES: The Vendor shall be responsible for obtaining and maintaining Food and Beverage liquor license for the location.

Right of Entry and Inspection.

The TCIAA shall have the right to enter Lessee’s Leased Premises at reasonable or necessary times for the purpose of inspecting such premises, confirming Lessee’s compliance with the terms hereof, and of doing any and all things with reference to said Leased Premises which the TCIAA is obligated or authorized to do as set forth herein.

INSURANCES: Prior to the execution of a Contract by the TCIAA the successful Vendor shall • Provide certificates evidencing insurance coverage as Required here under.

• All insurance policies shall be issued by companies authorized to do business under the laws of the Turks & Caicos Islands.

• The Vendor shall maintain, during the life of this Contract, Commercial General Liability, including Professional Liability, Errors and Omissions insurance in the amount of $250,000.00 in aggregate to protect from claims for damages for bodily and personal injury, including wrongful death, as well as from claims of property damages which may arise from any operations under this Contract, whether such operations be by the Vendor or by anyone directly employed by or contracting with the Vendor.

• The Lessee shall include the Authority as an additional insured with respect to the lessee’s indemnification obligations under the lease on their insurance.

TERMS & CONDITIONS The proposed agreement is for an initial term of Two (2) years EVALUATION AND SELECTION CRITERIA An Evaluation & Selection Committee will review each proposal.

An interview process will take place with the Committee to answer questions or give additional information regarding the project or for a formal presentation.

A. Proposed Concessionaire Information B. Plans of Proposed Improvements to the Food and Beverage Concession Space C. Dollar Value of Proposed Investment in Concession Space D. Proposed Marketing Plan E. Management and Operating Program F. Certificate of Non-Collusion *PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDERS AND RESIDENTS OF GRAND TURK ONLY

All queries should be addressed to; Email: info@tciairports.com

All proposals must be submitted via email and in a sealed envelope no later than February 16, 2022, by 2:00 pm and addressed as follows:

Attention: Godfrey Smith, Chief Executive Officer Turks & Caicos Airports Authority Providenciales International Airport Providenciales Turks & Caicos Islands. Email: concessions@tciairports.com RE: JAGS McCartney International Airport Grand Turk Restaurant

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

JEWELRY MERCHANDISER Monitor sales to determine optimal product mix, recommend and execute actions to support sales.

Salaries based on experience and qualification

CONTACT: 347-7518

Belongers are to apply to the Labour Board Work permit renewal 28782

OVANDO CONSTRUCTION LTD #101 Grace Bay Court, Grace Bay Is seeking to employ a

1 MASON

Repairs, and alters buildings, retaining walls and other brick. Mixes mortar makes and repairs steps and plasters. $8.00 hourly

2 DRYWALL FINISHERS Responsible for installing wallboards to ceilings or to interior walls of buildings and applying plaster.

Smooths out imperfections with trowels and shackle. $8.00 hourly

CONTACT: 649-331-9854

Belongers are to apply to the Labour Board Work permit renewal 28779

SANDRA DUNCANSON St. Andrew Street, South Caicos Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

Sweep and mop the floor clean the bathrooms, kitchen, living room, washing and folding clothes and other housework.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 342-3568 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

28771

LORNA JAMES North School, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, and door frames.

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 242-7311

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28786

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THE SCHOOL FOR FIELD STUDIES Cockburn Harbour, South Caicos Is Seeking to Employ a

PROGRAM COORDINATOR / STUDENT HEALTH AND WELLNESS MANAGER JOB SUMMARIES AND QUALIFICATIONS: • Experience overseeing college students at a marine field station and supporting academic program, WAFA trained ($15K annually) • All positions required to live on-site, 6-day workweek, minimum Rescue Scuba Diver or Lifeguard Certified unless otherwise stated, prior experience living/working at a field station and boat handling is preferred.

TO APPLY: Please send your CV to HHERTLER@FIELDSTUDIES.ORG or 649 332 3365 – TC Islanders encouraged to apply.

START DATE: Immediately 28724

TREVOR WILLIAMS Wheeland, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

UNIQUE TOUCHES Five Cays, School Rd Unit #10 Is seeking to employ a

FRONTDESK/ BOOKKEEPING CLERK Greet Customers, help them choose their product, receive all payment methods, issue receipts, give change due to customers, count money in cash drawers to ensure that amounts are correct and there's adequate change, process payments record all financial transactions daily, process payments Salary $8.00 hourly

CONTACT: 649-2466080 Belongers are encouraged to apply

28769

ASSOCIATED MEDICAL PRACTICES 5A Windwood Drive, Leeward Highway Is seeking to employ a

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

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 347-3991

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28780

DOCTOR

• General practice with some emergency room work • Full-time 8-hour working day with varying shifts between 8a.m-8p.m to meet the needs of the business.

• On call duty at least 2 nights per week plus 1 in 2 weekend • Must have at least 8 years post qualification experience and be registered with the Health Practitioners Board • Remuneration structure available on request

CONTACT: 946-4242

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EMAIL: AMP@TCIWAY.TC

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 28774

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS TCI WASTE DISPOSAL LTD Millennium Highway, Blue Hills Providenciales

Positions applying for Work Permit Renewals / New

LABOURERS X 3

Salary is $350.00 per week. Applicant must be able to assist with collecting of garbage on a daily basis.

WASTE COLLECTOR X 3

Salary is $400.00 per week. Hours of work is 8 hrs. Applicant must be able to collect garbage on a daily basis.

JOB DESCRIPTION FOR THE POSITION OF

JUNIOR ACCOUNTANT TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS AIRPORTS AUTHORITY JOB PURPOSE AND SCOPE: THE MAIN FOCUS OF THIS POSITION WILL BE TO: • Assist the Financial Controller/Senior Accountant with the maintenance of the company’s fixed asset register. The Junior Accountant is accountable for ensuring that a proactive and integrated approach is adopted towards leading and managing the assets of the Authority (properties, equipment and facilities) so as to ensure compliance with customer, safety, regulatory and economic objectives of the Airports Authority. The Junior Accountant will also be responsible for the management of services and processes to ensure adequate support of the various properties, equipment and facilities of the Airports Authority. He/she is to use the best business and most appropriate practice to improve efficiency, by reducing operating costs while increasing productivity.

ADDITIONALLY TO: • Assist the Senior Accountant in the preparation of appropriate, timely and accurate financial statements on a monthly basis or when requested • Assist the Senior Accountant with the preparation of monthly and weekly payroll • Assist the Senior Accountant in the preparation of annual financial statements for auditing and with the reconciliation of various accounts.

TYPICAL TASK INCLUDE: To assist the Financial Controller/Senior Accountant in: • preparing documents to put out tenders for contractors; • project management and supervising and coordinating work of contractors; • checking that agreed work by staff or contractors has been completed satisfactorily and following up on any deficiencies; • investigating availability and suitability of options for new premises; • liaising with tenants of commercial properties; • directing and planning essential central services such as property and equipment maintenance, archiving, and recycling of equipment; • calculating and comparing costs for required goods or services to achieve maximum value for money; • ensuring the facilities meet health and safety requirements; • Establish and promote a safe working environment and culture, conducive to good and efficient working practice • planning for future development in line with strategic business objectives; • Any other duties as directed by the Financial Controller/Senior Accountant COMPETENCIES: • Must have a working knowledge of Peachtree Accounting package • Must have a full working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite • Must be able to adhere to strict deadlines

DRIVERS X 2

QUALIFICATIONS: A Bachelors Degree in Accounting or equivalent certification plus a minimum of five (5) years post qualification experience in a senior management position.

Experience working in the Aviation industry would be an asset.

MEHANIC X 2

SALARY: Commensurate with qualifications in the range $36,000 - $42,000 per annum with additional allowances.

Salary $8.00 per hour. Applicant must be able to drive garbage truck for waste and recycling collection. Must be knowledgeable on various island wide locations.

Salary $8.00 per hour. Applicant is responsible for fixing, repairing and preventive maintenance of all company vehicles and mechanical equipment.

All applicants must be willing to work 8 hours per day 6 days a week including weekends and holidays and also some nights.

TCI belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to: care@tciway.tc Or call: 649-333-7889.

Deadline to receive application is February 7th 2022

28770

INTEREST PERSONS MUST SUBMIT THEIR RESUME, AND COVER LETTER TO:

HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER, TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS AIRPORTS AUTHORITY PROVIDENCIALES INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT TELEPHONE# 649-941-8692, FAX# 9415996. EMAIL: HRRECRUITMENT@TCIAIRPORTS.COM

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Science & Technology

Changing your diet could add up to 13 years to your life, study says CHANGING what you eat could add up to 13 years to your life, according to a newly published study, especially if you start when you are young.

The study created a model of what might happen to a man or woman’s longevity if they replaced a “typical Western diet” focused on red meat and processed foods with an “optimised diet” focused on eating less red and processed meat and more fruits and vegetables, legumes, whole grains and nuts.

If a woman began eating optimally at age 20, she could increase her lifespan by just over 10 years, according to the study published Tuesday in the journal PLOS Medicine. A man eating the healthier diet from age 20 could add 13 years to his life.

Focusing on a healthier diet could also lengthen the lives of older adults, the study said. By starting at age 60, a woman could still increase her lifespan by eight years. Men starting a healthier diet at age 60 might add nearly nine years to their lives.

A plant-based eating style could even benefit 80-year-olds, the study said: Men and women could gain about 3.5 years of extra life from dietary changes.

“The notion that improving diet quality would reduce the risk

of chronic disease and premature death is long established, and it only stands to reason that less chronic disease and premature death means more life expectancy,” said Dr. David Katz, a specialist in preventive and lifestyle medicine and nutrition, who was not involved in the study.

Katz, the president and founder of the nonprofit True Health Initiative, a global coalition of experts dedicated to evidencebased lifestyle medicine, has published research on how to use food as preventive medicine.

“What they define as an ‘optimal’ diet is not quite optimal; it’s just a whole lot better than ‘typical,’” Katz said, adding that he felt diet could be “further improved, conferring even greater benefits.”

“My impression is that their ‘much improved’ diet still allowed for considerable doses of meat and dairy,” Katz said, adding that when his team scores diet quality objectively, “these elements are at quite low levels in the top tier.”

A MODEL OF LONGER LIFE

To model the future impact of a person’s change of diet, researchers from Norway used existing meta-analyses and data from the Global Burden of Disease study, a

Focusing on a healthier diet could also lengthen the lives of older adults.

database that tracks 286 causes of death, 369 diseases and injuries, and 87 risk factors in 204 countries and territories around the world.

The largest gains in longevity were found from eating more legumes, which include beans, peas and lentils; whole grains, which are the entire seed of a plant;

and nuts such as walnuts, almonds, pecans and pistachios, the study found.

It may sound simple to add more plants and grains to your diet, but statistics show that Americans struggle to do so. A new report from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found few

Americans eat close to their daily recommendations of fruits and vegetables.

The CDC study found that only 12% of adults consume 1½ to 2 cups of fruit each day, which is the amount recommended by CONTINUED 

False banana: Is Ethiopia’s enset ‘wondercrop’ for climate change?

SCIENTISTS say the plant enset, an Ethiopian staple, could be a new superfood and a lifesaver in the face of climate change.

The banana-like crop has the potential to feed more than 100 million people in a warming world, according to a new study.

The plant is almost unknown outside of Ethiopia, where it is used to make porridge and bread.

Research suggests the crop can be grown over a much larger range in Africa.

“This is a crop that can play a really important role in addressing food security and sustainable development,” said Dr Wendawek Abebe of Hawassa University in Awasa, Ethiopia.

Enset or “false banana” is a close relative of the banana, but

is consumed only in one part of Ethiopia.

The banana-like fruit of the plant is inedible, but the starchy stems and roots can be fermented and used to make porridge and bread.

Enset is a staple in Ethiopia, where around 20 million people rely on it for food, but elsewhere it has not been cultivated, although wild relatives - which are not considered edible - grow as far south as South Africa, suggesting the plant can tolerate a much wider range.

Using agricultural surveys and modelling work, scientists predicted the potential range of enset over the next four decades.

They found the crop could potentially feed more than 100

million people and boost food security in Ethiopia and other African countries, including Kenya, Uganda and Rwanda.

Study researcher Dr James Borrell, of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, said planting enset as a buffer crop for lean times could help boost food security.

“It’s got some really unusual traits that make it absolutely unique as a crop,” he said. “You plant it at any time, you harvest it at any time and it’s perennial. That’s why they call it the tree against hunger.”

Ethiopia is a major centre of crop domestication in Africa, home to coffee and many other crops.

Climate change is predicted to seriously affect yields and distribution of staple food crops across Africa and beyond.

The plant is a close relative of the banana and looks similar to its ‘cousin’.

There is growing interest in seeking new plants to feed the world, given our reliance on a few staple crops. Nearly half of all the calories we eat come from three species - rice, wheat and maize.

“We need to diversify the

plants we use globally as a species because all our eggs are in a very small basket at the moment,” said Dr Borrell.

The research is published in Environmental Research Letters.

(BBC)

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Paralysed man with severed spine walks thanks to implant A PARALYSED man with a severed spinal cord has been able to walk again, thanks to an implant developed by a team of Swiss researchers.

It is the first time someone who has had a complete cut to their spinal cord has been able to walk freely.

The same technology has improved the health of another paralysed patient to the extent that he has been able to become a father.

The research has been published in the journal Nature Medicine.

Michel Roccati was paralysed after a motorbike accident five years ago. His spinal cord was completely severed - and he has no feeling at all in his legs.

But he can now walk - because of an electrical implant that has been surgically attached to his spine.

Someone this injured has never been able to walk like this before.

The researchers stress that it isn’t a cure for spinal injury and that the technology is still too complicated to be used in everyday life, but hail it nonetheless as a major step to improving quality of life.

I met Michel at the lab where the implant was created. He told me that the technology “is a gift to me”.

“I stand up, walk where I want to, I can walk the stairs - it’s almost a normal life.”

It was not the technology alone that drove Michel’s recovery. The young Italian has a steely resolve.

He told me that from the moment of his accident, he was determined to make as much progress as he

The technology mimics the functions of the spinal cord.

could.

“I used to box, run and do fitness training in the gym. But after the accident, I could not do the things that I loved to do, but I did not let my mood go down. I never stopped my rehabilitation. I wanted to solve this problem.”

The speed of Michel’s recovery amazed the neurosurgeon who inserted the implant and expertly attached electrodes to individual nerve fibres, Prof Jocelyne Bloch at Lausanne University Hospital “I was extremely surprised,” she told me. “Michel is absolutely

incredible. He should be able to use this technology to progress and be better and better.”

The research has been backed

by Dr Ram Hariharan, a consultant at the Northern General Hospital in Sheffield who is independent of the research team and also speaks for the Spinal Injuries Association.

“They have done something that has not been done before.

“I have not heard of any study where they have put in an implant [into a patient with a complete spinal cord cut] and demonstrated muscle movements and improving

balance, enough to stand and walk.”

But he added more clinical trials needed to be carried out before he could be convinced that it was an effective treatment.

“We need more numbers [of patients] to show that it is first safe and that it significantly enhances their lives. Only then can it be taken forward.”

Nerves in the spinal cord send signals from the brain to the legs.

Some people are paralysed when the nerves are damaged through injury.

In Michel’s case there’s no signal at all to his legs because the spinal cord is completely severed.

But the implant sends signals directly to his legs enabling him to walk, but only when the implant is on.

So far nine people have received the implant and regained the ability to walk. None of them use it to help them walk in their everyday lives - because it’s too complicated at this stage. Instead, they use it to practise walking - which exercises their muscles, improves their health - and often, restores a little bit of movement.

David M’zee was one of the first patients to receive the implant.

Like Michel, he was able to walk with the implant while using a walker. David’s health improved to such an extent he has was able to have a baby girl with his partner Janine, something that was not possible after his accident in 2010.

His daughter, Zoe, is now one year old. When I was with them, she raced with her Dad with her baby walker and took great delight

in beating him.

“It’s really beautiful!” he beamed with fatherly pride.

“It is great fun. It’s the first time I have been walking with her in that way - she with her baby walker, I with my walker.”

Having a family has given David a huge amount of joy. And the implant has helped him in subtle, but important ways.

“It helps with the hypotension.

I had it for so long. At first I didn’t realise I had it. I was getting so tired from time to time.

“Once we found out that the implant can increase the blood pressure it was like ‘Wow, that’s how life can be!’”

“It’s these small things that make a big difference,” he told me.

There is still a long way to go before the technology can be used routinely to help paralysed people to walk, according to Prof Grégoire Courtine, who led the team that developed the technology at the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL).

“This is not a cure for spinal cord injury. But it is a critical step to improve people’s quality of life. We are going to empower people. We are going to give them the ability to stand, to take some steps. It is not enough, but it is a significant improvement.”

A cure would require regeneration of the spinal cord, possibly with stem cell therapies, which are still at a very early stage of research. Prof Courtine believes that his implant technology could be used in conjunction with nerve regeneration treatments once they are ready. (BBC)

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the federal Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Only 10% of Americans eat the recommended 2 to 3 cups of vegetables each day, including legumes.

About 50% of grain consumption should be whole grains, yet over 95% of Americans fail to meet that goal, according to the latest Dietary Guidelines for Americans, instead eating processed grains, which have been milled to remove the grain, bran and many nutrients, including fiber.

Over 50% of Americans fail to eat the 5 grams (about a teaspoon) of recommended nuts and seeds each day, the guidelines said.

Nuts, seeds, legumes and whole grains contain more than just

protein. They include healthy fats, vitamins, minerals and antioxidant “phytochemicals” that have been associated with lower risk of chronic diseases.

Sign up for CNN’s Eat, But Better: Mediterranean Style. Our eight-part guide shows you a delicious expert-backed eating lifestyle that will boost your health for life.

RED AND PROCESSED MEATS

Eating less red and processed meat such as bacon, sausage and preserved deli meats was also linked to longer life.

That makes good sense: Red and processed meats have been linked to significant health risks, including coronary heart disease

and bowel cancer.

“There’s substantial evidence that processed meat can cause bowel cancer -- so much so that the World Health Organization has classified it as carcinogenic since 2015,” Oxford University epidemiologist Tim Key, a member of the UK Department of Health’s Scientific Advisory Committee on Nutrition, told CNN in a prior interview.

Replacing red and processed meats with lean poultry, fish and plant proteins is one way to improve a diet quickly, experts say.

Plant proteins include soybeans (edamame), chickpeas, lentils and other legumes, tofu, tempeh, nuts, seeds, and whole grains like quinoa. Some vegetables, like broccoli, also contain higher levels

of protein.

A 2020 study which tracked more than 37,000 middle-aged Americans found those who ate the most plant protein were 27% less likely to die of any cause and 29% less likely to die of coronary heart disease than people who ate the least amount of plant protein.

“The benefit is more pronounced when red and processed meats are replaced by plant protein sources,” study coauthor Dr. Frank Hu, chair of the department of nutrition at Harvard University’s T.H. Chan School of Public Health, told CNN in a prior interview.

HOW TO IMPROVE YOUR DIET

One way to incorporate more plants into your diet and

consume less red meat is with the Mediterranean diet, which has won best diet five years in a row, according to U.S. News & World Report.

Tied for silver was the DASH diet, which stands for dietary approaches to stop hypertension, and the Flexitarian diet, which encourages being a vegetarian most of the time. All of these diets focus on meals full of fruits, vegetables, beans, lentils, whole grains, nuts and seeds.

An easy way to start eating the Mediterranean way is to cook one meal each week based on beans, whole grains and vegetables, using herbs and spices to add punch.

When one night a week is a breeze, add two, and build from there.

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Jeremy Giambi, seen here with the Oakland A’s in 2002, has died at 47.

Lukaku scored his first goal for six games in Abu Dhabi.

Lukaku goal sends Chelsea into Club World Cup final CHELSEA will meet Brazilian side Palmeiras in the Club World Cup final after edging past Al-Hilal at the Mohamed bin Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi.

Romelu Lukaku scored the only goal in the first half.

The Blues will now look to lift the only trophy that has evaded them across Roman Abramovich’s 19-year ownership of the club.

Boss Thomas Tuchel missed the game as he was isolating after testing positive for Covid-19.

Chelsea dominated from the start against the Saudi Arabian side, and their breakthrough came

from Lukaku just after the halfhour mark.

Kai Havertz’s left-wing cross was inadvertently headed into the Belgian’s path by Yasser Al Shahrani, and he rifled home from point-blank range.

It was Lukaku’s ninth goal of the season and ended a six-game drought, after he missed a couple of opportunities earlier in the match.

Two minutes after the break, Havertz burst through on goal and clipped the post from a tight angle, despite having Lukaku and Hakim Ziyech for support in the area.

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barely threatened until Mohamed Kanno shot over from distance after combining well with former West Bromwich Albion midfielder Matheus Pereira.

Chelsea keeper Kepa Arrizabalaga then denied Moussa Marega from eight yards out, while Odion Ighalo and Kanno saw shots blocked as Chelsea struggled to put the game to bed.

But the European champions held on in the end and, in Saturday’s final, will have the chance to avenge defeat in this competition a decade after their last appearance.

(BBC)

Jeremy Giambi, former MLB player, has died at 47 FORMER Major League Baseball player Jeremy Giambi has died, according to his former teams, the Oakland Athletics, Boston Red Sox and Philadelphia Phillies.

Giambi was 47.

The Athletics tweeted Wednesday, “We are heartbroken to learn of the passing of a member of our Green and Gold family, Jeremy Giambi. We offer our condolences to Jeanne, Jason, and his family and friends.”

The cause of death was not released.

Giambi played six seasons in the majors with four teams -- the Athletics, Phillies, Red Sox and Kansas City Royals. His final season in MLB was 2003.

The Red Sox tweeted

Wednesday, “We mourn the loss of Jeremy Giambi, who spent six seasons in the major leagues, including 2003 with the Red Sox. We send our heartfelt condolences to the Giambi family.”

The Phillies posted a picture of Giambi with the words, “The Phillies are saddened to hear the news about Jeremy Giambi’s tragic passing. Our condolences go out to his family during this very difficult time.”

Jeremy is the younger brother of Jason Giambi, who also spent his career as an MLB player.

Both Giambi brothers were featured in the Michael Lewis book “Moneyball,” and later depicted in the 2011 film of the same name.

(CNN)

Peng Shuai: WTA still concerned for Chinese player and wants sexual assault allegation investigated THE Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) says Peng Shuai’s latest interview about her sexual assault allegations “does not alleviate” its concerns.

Peng accused a Chinese government leader in November in a social media post but it was swiftly deleted and the player then disappeared for weeks.

But the 36-year-old said on Monday she never alleged sexual assault.

“Her recent in-person interview does not alleviate any of our concerns about her initial post,” the WTA said.

The organisation’s chief executive and chairman Steve

Simon added: “To reiterate our view, Peng took a bold step in publicly coming forth with the accusation that she was sexually assaulted by a senior Chinese government leader.

“As we would do with any of our players globally, we have called for a formal investigation into the allegations by the appropriate authorities and an opportunity for the WTA to meet with Peng, privately, to discuss her situation.

“We continue to hold firm on our position and our thoughts remain with Peng Shuai.”

The player has been in attendance at the Beijing Winter Olympics, and on Tuesday watched

Peng Shuai has said her allegations were a “huge misunderstanding” in a recent interview.

her compatriot Eileen Gu win gold in the women’s big air event.

The International Olympic Committee also said its president,

Thomas Bach, had dinner with Peng on Saturday.

Bach had been one of the first to vouch for her safety after she

disappeared in 2021 and the pair held a video call when there were concerns over her whereabouts and wellbeing. (BBC)

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Sports Interational NFL says the league will investigate sexual harassment allegations AN independent investigation into sexual harassment allegations against Washington Commanders owner Dan Snyder will be conducted by the NFL and not the team, a National Football League spokesperson said Wednesday.

The Commanders earlier had announced the hiring of a private firm headed by two former federal prosecutors to investigate the allegations against Snyder.

The Commanders said the firm, Pallas Global Group LLC, retained Debra Wong Yang, a partner at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher, LLP in Los Angeles and a former judge, to manage an independent investigation into Tiffani Johnston’s allegations against Snyder.

“Last week, the league stated that we will review and consider Ms. Johnston’s allegations as we would any others regarding workplace conduct at the Washington Commanders,” NFL vice president of communications Brian McCarthy said Wednesday. “The league, not the team, will conduct an independent investigation and will be retaining an investigator to determine the facts shortly.”

Johnston, a former cheerleader and marketing and events coordinator for the team, told a House Oversight Committee roundtable last week that Snyder allegedly put his hand on her thigh

Dan Snyder is accused of sexual harassment.

during a dinner and aggressively pushed her toward his limousine with his hand on her lower back as she fended off advances.

Jordan Siev, an attorney for Snyder, said in a statement: “The Commanders have now engaged an independent oversight firm to engage and oversee independent legal counsel and conduct a full investigation of Ms. Johnston’s newly-raised allegation, which

allegation was not made under oath.

The independent investigators and independent legal counsel will release their findings publicly.”

Siev said last week that the allegations are “false, and have been categorically denied by Mr. Snyder.”

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, addressing reporters before the Super Bowl on Sunday, said he could not see how a team

can investigate itself. He said the league takes the allegations “very seriously.”

“We need to understand what really, truly happened in those circumstances and treat that in the best and most serious way we can to make sure we preserve the type of culture we want in the NFL,” Goodell said Wednesday.

CNN has asked the NFL and the Commanders to clarify details of the investigations.

Johnston’s attorneys, Lisa Banks and Debra Katz, said in a statement Wednesday, “Apparently the NFL also recognized how absurd it was to think Dan Snyder could investigate himself.

“We await communication from the NFL about whether it intends to undertake this investigation independently, and without any common interest agreement with Snyder,” the statement said. “If the investigation is truly independent, and the NFL commits to make the findings public, my clients will be happy to participate.”

At the Congressional roundtable, former employees and cheerleaders also accused Snyder of asking staff to compile lewd video clips of cheerleaders without their knowledge or consent.

A former video production manager alleged that he was asked to produce a lewd video featuring nude outtake clips of cheerleaders

from a photoshoot without their knowledge at the request of Snyder.

In a statement, the Commanders said the founders of Pallas, former Assistant United States Attorneys Bonnie Jonas and Tiffany Moller, will manage the team’s investigation.

The team said the investigation findings will be released to the public at the conclusion of the inquiry.

The House committee said Friday it requested more than 2,000 previously unreleased documents over “newfound concerns” regarding the NFL’s own inquiry into Snyder in 2020.

Many of the previous allegations were first detailed by The Washington Post in 2020, which also reported that the team paid $1.6 million to a former employee in 2009 to settle a sexual misconduct claim against Snyder, though neither Snyder nor the team acknowledged any wrongdoing in the agreement.

In 2020, the NFL conducted a yearlong investigation into the Washington franchise’s work environment, and last July handed Snyder a $10 million fine. The investigation concluded that Snyder was responsible for the club’s unprofessional and intimidating culture and that he failed to establish a respectful work environment. (CNN)

Uefa: £12.7bn deal is a ‘new dawn’ for clubs A NEW projected £12.7bn marketing deal for Europe’s top clubs has been hailed as a “new dawn” following the collapse of plans for a European Super League.

European Clubs’ Association chairman Nasser al-Khelaifi has written to clubs about the new deal for Uefa’s major club competitions.

It is understood projections for the deal would see a rise of 40% on current income levels from broadcasting.

Proposals for the European Super League collapsed last year.

In the aftermath of the failed Super League project, Al-Khelaifi, president of Paris St-Germain, replaced Andrea Agnelli as head of the ECA. This week, it was confirmed TEAM Marketing and Relevent Sports have agreed marketing deals for Uefa’s club competition from 2024 to 2027, when the Champions League will expand to 36 teams.

Revenue is projected to reach

five billion euros (£4.26bn) per season across those three years - an increase of around 40%.

“It represents a tectonic shift in the role that clubs now play thanks to ECA and in partnership with Uefa - in the decisions that shape European football,” AlKhelaifi said in a letter seen by BBC Sport.

“It also represents a new dawn of financial stability and opportunity for European football clubs as the way in which our club competitions are commercialised will be transformed.”

Those backing the deal regard it as another nail in the coffin of the European Super League.

Plans emerged last April when 12 sides from across Europe, including six from the Premier League, had agreed to join the new competition.

Protests and condemnation from fans, other clubs, players and even royalty led to nine of those sides then pulling out of the plans.

However, Juventus, led

Chelsea beat fellow Premier League side Manchester City in last season’s Champions League final.

by Agnelli, Real Madrid and Barcelona remained and are yet to abandon their legal fight.

Ceferin and Agnelli are both due to speak at the Financial Times Business of Football Conference

next month, although the pair will not be on stage together. (BBC. com)

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Tottenham Hotspur ask fans to ‘move on’ from using Y-word following review TOTTENHAM say it is time for supporters to “move on” from using the Y-word after conducting a review of the term among the club’s fanbase.

The review, which began in 2019, received more than 23,000 responses.

It found that there was a “growing desire” among fans to stop the use of the word, with 94% acknowledging it could be racist towards Jewish people.

“Now more than ever is the time to reassess and reconsider its ongoing use,” a club statement said.

“We recognise how these members of our fanbase feel and we also believe it is time to move on from associating this term with our club.”

Spurs said the club prided itself on being “inclusive and progressive”, striving to create a “welcoming environment for everyone”, but the use of the word “does not always make this

possible”.

The term was initially adopted

by Tottenham fans in the 1970s as a “defence mechanism to own the term” and deflect anti-Semitic abuse, with the club having a historical association with Jewish supporters.

In 2019 the World Jewish Congress and Board of Deputies of British Jews asked Spurs to act over the continued use of the word by their supporters, asking them to “take a stand”.

The subsequent consultation showed that an increased number of supporters were uncomfortable with its use at matches and would like to stop using the word altogether.

The club added: “We are living in times of heightened awareness of cultural appropriation and sensitivities.

“It is therefore crucial to the values of our club and our fans that we are even more mindful of the controversial nature of this term.”

A review found that a number of Tottenham supporters feel “uncomfortable” with the word’s continued use at matches.

However, it also stressed: “We have always maintained that our fans have never used it with any deliberate attempt to offend.”

Spurs have launched a ‘WhY Word online hub’ providing supporters with information on why the word causes offence.

The club also said its conversations with fans showed there was also a strong desire to address anti-Semitism in football.

“More needs to be done to combat it,” it said.

RESPONSES ‘FAIRLY EVENLY SPREAD’

wrote: “Until my very late teens I had no idea it had historic roots to the Jewish community or that it had been considered a racist slur. It simply meant Spurs to me.”

One supporter aged 45-54 said: “I know exactly why we chant it and back in the 80’s it seemed justified. It doesn’t today. It draws attention to something that should be consigned to history.”

Another supporter aged 4554 said: “I always thought the chant was positive and supportive towards the Jewish community but if this offends then I would not use

it in future.”

One supporter from the 3544 age band wrote the following when filling in the consultation: “I’m Jewish and I understand how offensive the word is yet I do accept that it is used in a very positive frame of reference by fellow Spurs fans. We need an alternative but I don’t know what that is. I know this doesn’t give you answers, just my very confused view on how we solve an almost impossible situation. I do also think it’s the responsibility of other clubs to stop the racist chants being directed at us as well.”

As part of the review, Tottenham held a series of consultations with a range of supporters.

The club said the sentiment among those who responded was “fairly evenly spread”, demonstrating “how split they are on this subject”.

One fan in the 25-34 age bracket

Saveh Shemshaki raced in slalom and giant slalom at the 2010 and 2014 Winter Olympics.

Winter Olympics: Iranian first to test positive for doping in Beijing Fernando Gaviria held off Mark Cavendish during the sprint finish in Muscat.

Cavendish starts 2022 season with secondplace finish in Tour of Oman opener MARK Cavendish opened his 2022 season with a second-place finish on the opening stage of the Tour of Oman.

Colombia’s Fernando Gaviria took the win for UAE Team Emirates, holding off Quick-Step Alpha Vinyl rider Cavendish in a sprint finish to the 138km stage

from Rustaq Fort to Muscat.

Cavendish, 36, edged Australia’s Kaden Groves (BikeExchangeJayco) into third.

The second of the Tour of Oman’s six stages is a 167.5km flat route from Naseem Park to Suhar Corniche.

Britain’s former world

champion Cavendish is making his return to the road after a difficult end to 2021.

He suffered a collapsed lung and broken ribs in a crash at November’s Gent Six-Day before a traumatic assault when burglars broke into his home later that month. (BBC)

IRAN’S Saveh Shemshaki has become the first athlete to return a positive doping test at the Winter Olympics.

The 36-year-old has been provisionally suspended after testing positive for an anabolic steroid in Beijing on Monday.

He returned an “adverse analytical finding” in an out-ofcompetition test.

The International Testing Agency (ITA) said Shemshaki, who was due to compete at his third Games, could appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport and to “request the analysis of the B-sample”.

An ITA statement read: “The athlete has been informed of the case and has been provisionally

suspended until the resolution of the matter in line with the World Anti-Doping Code and the IOC Anti-Doping Rules applicable to the Olympic Winter Games Beijing 2022.

“This means that the athlete is prevented from competing, training, coaching, or participating in any activity, during the Olympic Winter Games Beijing 2022.”

Shemshaki raced in slalom and giant slalom at the 2010 Vancouver Olympics and four years later at Sochi, where he was Iran’s flag bearer.

He, along with female skier Atefeh Ahmadi, was one of two athletes set to represent Iran in these Games. (BBC)

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Snowboarder Chloe Kim grabs Olympic gold for US with epic first run DEFENDING Olympic champion snowboarder Chloe Kim cinched the gold for Team USA in the women’s halfpipe in Beijing Thursday, after pulling far into the lead on her first run.

“I was so proud of myself. I had the worst practice, ever,” said Kim, who shouted with joy and sunk to her knees at the bottom of the halfpipe after landing the run and earning what would be the winning score of 94.

The flawless performance -- in which she nailed frontside 10 and cab 10 tricks -- was especially emotional after practice runs in which she missed sticking landings multiple times, the 21-year-old American said.

“I probably landed my run twice (in practice) when I’m used to landing it eight times, normally, and so that puts you in a weird headspace ... I overflowed with emotion when I was able to land it on the first go, and it opened up a lot of opportunity for me to go try something new,” Kim said.

That meant going for some riskier tricks in the second and third runs, including a 1260 -- a level of complexity past the two 1080s the athlete nailed in her first effort.

Kim fell in the second and third runs, but was glad she aimed for the complex move.

“It was worth it for sure, 1,000%. That’s what keeps me going. I wish I’d landed it, but next time,” she said, adding that she had “pretty recently” learned the trick and had yet to fully practice it in this halfpipe.

While her final, gold-winning score of 94 was points above Spanish silver medalist Queralt Castellet’s 90.25 and the 88.25 pulled by Japan’s Sena Tomita, who took bronze, Kim said she wouldn’t “necessarily say” her win was comfortable.

“The girls are killing it, and they’re progressing at such a quick rate. I find it inspirational that everyone’s out progressing the sport. At the last Olympics, you didn’t see that many 1080s, and now everyone is doing a 1080.

That’s quite the improvement, and it’s such an honor to be part of this sport and help progress women’s halfpipe snowboarding,” she said.

At age 17, Kim burst onto the Olympic scene at Pyeongchang 2018 in the same event, becoming the youngest female Olympic gold medallist on snow. She also boasts five X Games gold medals and two world championships.

Kim has said in the past she struggled to deal with the fame and attention that came with her Olympic success. She spoke to CNN in 2021 about her first day at

In the flawless performance she nailed frontside 10 and cab 10 tricks.

Princeton University, recalling that “everyone was kind of staring at me, taking pictures.”

Kim also told CNN last year that she quit Princeton -- for now -- to go back to being “a full-time snowboarder” as she aimed to become the first woman in history to defend an Olympic halfpipe title.

Kim did just that in Beijing on Thursday.

This time around, however, with

an Olympics amid a pandemic, Kim’s family was not there to cheer her on -- something she said was missing from the gold-winning moment.

“I am sad that my family isn’t here. I’m sad that my friends aren’t here. I’m sad that it’s not the same exact experience due to Covid.

However, I’m so grateful that we even were able to do this and come here and represent our countries.

That’s the most important part,” she said.

Kim was cheered on by China’s freeski big air gold medalist Eileen Gu, who was watching from the bottom of the halfpipe. The two champions hugged, with Kim shouting, “Love you!” as she walked off. Gu, who was born in the United States, won gold at the big air competition on Tuesday.

(CNN)

Six Nations 2022: Ritchie out as Scotland make five changes for trip to Wales INJURED flanker Jamie Ritchie has been ruled out for the remainder of the Six Nations as Scotland make five changes for Saturday’s game in Wales.

Ritchie, who has had surgery on the hamstring injury sustained in last weekend’s opening win over England, is replaced by Exeter’s Sam Skinner.

Pierre Schoeman and WP Nel join hooker Stuart McInally in a new-look and all-Edinburgh front row.

Glasgow’s Sione Tuipulotu comes in for his third cap at inside centre.

He is preferred to club-mate Sam Johnson, who has been released to play for Glasgow against Munster on Friday.

“Sione brings a different dimension,” said head coach Gregor Townsend. “He’s a different player to Sam and Cam [Redpath], the other players that were in consideration for 12.

“He’s a very creative player and he can bring others into play. He’s also got his long running game.”

Edinburgh lock Grant Gilchrist

Jamie Ritchie, who has had surgery on the hamstring injury sustained in last weekend’s opening win over England, is replaced by Exeter’s Sam Skinner.

wins his 50th cap, and is named vice-captain, while Glasgow

flanker Rory Darge is in line for his Scotland debut off the bench.

Cam Redpath - having recovered from a serious knee injury - is also among the replacements and set for his first Test action since victory at Twickenham 12 months ago.

Zander Fagerson, George Turner and Rory Sutherland drop to the bench, while captain Stuart Hogg makes his 90th Scotland appearance in Cardiff’s Principality Stadium 10 years on from his debut at the same venue.

Scotland ‘better equipped’ to end 20-year wait Townsend says Scotland are now “better equipped” to win in Cardiff for the first time since 2002.

While the Scots triumphed behind closed doors in Llanelli in 2020 - their first away victory over Wales in 18 years - they lost 34-7 on their last Six Nations visit to the capital in 2018.

However, notable wins for Townsend’s side in England and France last year have bolstered belief for the latest assignment.

“We’ve not been there [Cardiff] for four years and a lot has happened in that time,” Townsend

said. “We’ve had experiences against top sides home and away and shown resilience in those games.

“We’ve not won them all, but I believe the tests we had in Paris and Twickenham sets us up for a great challenge this week with a full stadium, one of the best venues in the world.”

Townsend expects a reaction from Wales after they began with a 29-7 loss to Ireland in Dublin.

“You’re always better in your second game in a Six Nations,” he added.

“I felt in the second quarter and parts of the second half they were the equal to Ireland, they created chances, and showed their defence can get turnovers. They have great players throughout the XV.” Scotland: Hogg (c); Graham, Harris, Tuipulotu, Van der Merwe; Russell, Price; Schoeman, McInally, Nel, Gray, Gilchrist, Skinner, Watson, M Fagerson.

Replacements: Turner, Sutherland, Z Fagerson, Bradbury, Darge, White, Kinghorn, Redpath.

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Back-to-back wins for Projetech Pirates in PHL THE PROJETECH Pirates romped to back-to-back wins to continue their dominance in the Provo Hockey League.

In the second week of games, since the 2021-2022 league restarted in late January after the Christmas break, the Pirates defeated the Waratah Flyers 3-2 and the Saunders and Co Greyhounds 5-2.

Against the Flyers, they played catch up early, since the Flyers took an early lead via a spare player, in the second period Wyatt Pollon equalled the game before Jaden Robinson carried the Flyers ahead again.

Seven-and-a-half minutes into the second period Liam Thompson drew the game even before James Nesbitt sealed the victory in the 13th minute.

Against the Greyhounds, the

The Pirates dominated the Midget Division last Saturday.

Pirates opened the score via a Dylan King goal. Dylan King

would go on to score two other goals in the second half to lead the

charge. Thomas King and Pollon added the others.

For the Greyhounds, Scholar scored twice.

Max

Jayden Davis continues to improve.

Davis shows promise at Florida swim meets CARIFTA medal hopeful Jayden Davis of the Provo Aquatics Club had promising results when he competed at two Florida swim meets (the Plantation 2022 Senior Qualifier and the 2022 Coral Springs Open Invitation) over the weekend.

At the Plantation 2022 Senior Qualifier, Davis competed in a 50m pool, exclusively open to swimmers meeting qualifying times prior to the event. There

were no heats or preliminaries, which meant that swimmers had a solo attempt at medalling.

In the 50m freestyle, he swam against older and more physically demanding opponents.

He also had to fight past a bad start and recovered well to close at 28.70s.

In the 50m butterfly, he looked to better his 2021 CCCAN time of 31.29s in Puerto Rico. His solid swim earned him a time of

30.51s.

At the second meet, a massive competition featuring up to 19 heats in some events, Davis exhibited determination and in the 100 freestyle, he swam 55.70s, following with the 100 butterfly, which he finished in 1:02.31.

The youngster is one of a number of swimmers preparing for CARIFTA which will be held in Barbados in April.

The event will take place on Bambarra Beach.

20th annual Valentine’s Day Cup set for Saturday THE much anticipated Valentine’s Day Cup is set for the Bambarra Beach this Saturday from 11:00h.

The annual model sailboat races event, which is into its

20th year, will also include music, games and fun for the entire family.

For information on the race, email middlecaicos.tci@gmail. com.

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The league is expected to re-start next Thursday

Inter Scholastic Softball League and Championship set to conclude next Saturday The INTER Scholastic Softball League and Championship will conclude next Saturday after a string of battles between some of the best softball-playing schools in the Turks and Caicos.

There are two other playing days, Thursday, February 17, and Friday, February 18 before the semi-finals are held on Saturday morning and at lunchtime.

The losing sides will battle for the third spot at 5:00 pm while at 7:00 pm the championship clash will be played under lights.

• 12:00 pm - Clement Howell Vs Wesley Methodist • 2:05pm – Raymond Gardiner Vs Marjorie Basden • 4:05pm – HJ Robinson Vs. BWIC • 7:00pm – Wesley Methodist Vs Raymond Gardiner • 10:00am – Clement Howell Vs HJ Robinson • 12:00pm – BWIC Vs Raymond Gardiner • 3:00pm – Clement Howell Vs Marjorie Basden • 5:30pm – HJ Robinson Vs Raymond Gardiner

SEMI - FINALS: • 10am - Game 1 – First Place Vs Fourth Place • 12pm - Game 2 – Second Place Vs Third Place • 5pm – Third place Game • 7:00pm - Championship Game Regular league games will be played in five innings or in 90 minutes (whichever comes first), while in the semi-finals it will be five innings or two hours and in the championship clash five innings, no time with the mercy rule in effect.

Emmanuel Agenor broke his 60M record last month.

AGENOR LOOKING TO BUILD ON HIS 60M RECORDBREAKING FEAT NATIONAL sprinter Emmanuel Agenor is looking to build on his record-breaking feat which he achieved two weekends ago in Topeka, Kansas at the Washburn Open.

He said the objective is to keep getting better as the season progress. “I’ll just continue to train, I have a couple more meets to go so I’m excited for the season.”

In mid-January in Pittsburg, Agenor had clocked an NCAA provisional time of 6.86s.

Late last month, in Topeka, the 21-year-old broke his national 60-metre record en route to a second-place finish.

Some of the top softball-playing schools are competing.

He clocked 6.81s, to finish just behind Tulsa’s Joshua Sutton’s time of 6.80s.

Agenor’s previous record was 6.83s, which he broke in early 2020. The record prior to that (6.95s) was first held by Darian Forbes in 2004 and then equalled by Devante Gardiner many years later.

When the Texas A&M University sophomore clocked 6.81s, it was the fourthfastest time in the Lone Star Conference and 15th in the USA. Agenor had also clocked a personal best in the 200M, with a time of 21.95s to win his heat.

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TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

February 12-18, 2022