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TCI to make full economic recovery by 2023 – says Finance Minister The Turks and Caicos Islands is poised to make a full economic recovery by 2023, if the current GDP growth trajectory is sustained.

Powered by tourism and the construction sector, the economy is achieving a remarkably fast recovery from the recession that ripped through the nation in 2020/2021 on the heels of the coronavirus pandemic.

According to the government’s forecast, the territory’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) will grow by 5 percent this year, with nominal GDP rebounding to $1.03 Billion, and GDP per capita to $21,480.

Based on this “strong growth”, it has been predicted that TCI’s Real GDP could return to 2019 levels by 2023.

Deputy Premier & Minister of Finance, Investment & Trade, Hon.Erwin “Jay” Saunders, who recently made this disclosure, said the territory’s economy is making “tremendous strides” in recovering from the Covid-19 economic decline.

Speaking in the House of Assembly on Tuesday February 8, Hon.Saunders who was at the time delivering his ministerial statement, said the tourism sector is at the helm of the country’s “comeback, with it showing signs of even greater growth.”

He said: “The tourism sector rebound is partly attributed to our government's targeted, focused, measured, and sensible Covid-19 protocols, which is maintaining a good balance between lives and livelihood.”

Deputy Premier & Minister of Finance, Investment & Trade Hon. Erwin “Jay” Saunders Saunders told the House that tourist arrivals were way up in 2021, and is being forecast to grow even more in 2022, as global travel returns to pre-pandemic levels.

He said: “The Department of Statistics is projecting that the Hotel and Restaurant sector will rebound and increase in 2022.

“The Department of Statistics also predicts that due to increased vaccinations in our tourist source markets, and increased comfort in international travel, the buoyant economic recovery that we’re currently experiencing, will continue throughout 2022, with full economic recovery expected as early as 2023”, he added.

Saunders underscored that while the national economy is still experiencing the effects of the pandemic, significant growth is being projected for several sectors.

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He said: “The Construction Sector, which has been doing phenomenally well, is forecast to continue its strong performance and grow by an average of four (4) percent from 2022 to 2025.

In short, he pointed out that as economic conditions improve, and more people return to work, the unemployment rate is expected to

drop to 8 percent in 2022.

“We will continue to work to get it down even further.

“With growth on the horizon Mr. Speaker, our Government’s strategic focus and investments is designed to further enhance, and cement our unmatched position as the #1 tourist brand in the region, if not the world, our aim is to build

a 5-Star destination to match our 5-Star brand.”

Additionally, the finance minister further revealed that the Global Economy is forecast to grow by 4.9 percent in 2022.

However, this is mainly dependent on a successful vaccination program, along with policies to help developing countries make it through the pandemic, he stressed.

Saunders said: Advanced economies are forecast to experience growth of 4.5 percent in 2022, with emerging markets and developing economies at 5.1 percent. “ In the USA, the forecast is 4.5 percent, and in the UK its 5.0 percent, with the rest of Europe at 4.3 percent. “ China, not surprisingly, is projecting growth at the high-end of 5.6 percent for 2022.

“Mr. Speaker, the IMF is forecasting growth in the Latin America and the Caribbean economies at 3.0 percent in 2022, but there is a lot of uncertainty around this forecast relating to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Premier admits TCI’s economic gains are not trickling down to all people Although the Turks and Caicos Islands has made a near miraculous comeback from the blows dealt to its economy from Covid-19, the territory’s prosperity is not trickling down to all.

This view was recently expressed by Premier Charles Washington Misick, who admitted that the already high cost of living is climbing due to inflation and adversely affecting the standard of living for the populace.

He said: “We know the gains from our economic success are not trickling down to all our people.

“The supply chain crisis facing the world has pushed up the price of commodities, oil at nearly $100 a barrel is making a bad situation worse”, Hon. Misisk said during his national address on Thursday February 17.

The territory’s leader said his government is examining the overall impact of inflation and will make policy adjustments to improve the standard of living for residents.

He said: “It pains me to see

Premier Charles Washington Misick how the cost of living is increasing and affecting the quality of life of many TC Islanders.

“We are determined to find ways to cushion the shocks.

“That is why we introduced a mini-stimulus of $500, over 13,000 applications have been received and the payments will begin on February 25.”

As part of the government’s efforts to address issues relating to the high cost of living, Misick said the Consumer Protection and Fair Competition Department is

building infrastructure to begin monitoring business and trade practices for unfair behaviour.

He said: “ We are in the process of setting up a Consumer Protection Tribunal where persons can report unfair practices and get redress.

“We have carried out a series of public education programmes titled “The Consumer is King,” to make you aware of your rights and protections under the Consumer Protection Ordinance.”

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Illegal construction at Pelican beach access under investigation – DECR The Department of Environment and Coastal Resources are investigating the circumstances under which an illegal structure was erected to block the Pelican Beach access in the Leeward community.

In a statement on Wednesday, February 23, the DECR said that in collaboration with the Physical Planning Department they removed an unauthorised obstruction from access in Leeward, Providenciales.

“Further investigations into the persons responsible for this illegal obstruction are ongoing.”

They further advised that in accordance with the Beach and Coastal Vending Ordinance 2021, all resorts, vendors, stakeholders and the general public should adhere to Regulations to be adhered to, to avoid prosecution.

The law states: “erecting any permanent or temporary structure on a beach or coastal area without written permission from the Director or leaving equipment, materials or other belongings on a beach or coastal area unattended without written permission from the Director.

“Failure to comply with the Beach and Coastal Vending Ordinance may result in a penalty of up to $1,000.”

The move comes after residents took matters into their own hands last week and attempted - with some success - to remove several poles erected at the Leeward beach access stated above.

This led to a confrontation and a viral video which sparked public outrage.

Last week, Weekly News reported on the incident as well as a viral voice note, which alleged that the President of the Leeward Homeowners Association requested that all of the beach accesses in Leeward should be blocked off.

This publication has tried to contact the president with no success to date.

CULPRITS FINED FOR NATIONAL PARK INFRACTION Meanwhile, following a separate incident, the DECR is now reminding the public that illegal activities will not be allowed within a national park.

The law states: “The taking of any animal or plant by any method on land or at sea, except to the extent permitted in any fishing zone.”

The warning comes after an event on February 14, when a watersports tour operator and associated staff members were found to be in possession of marine products removed from the Princess Alexandra National Park.

The culprits have since been fined in accordance with the National Parks Ordinance 11 of 1975 as amended.

“Failure to comply with this regulation is considered the commitment of an offence under the National Parks Ordinance and may be liable, on summary of conviction, to a fine of $5,000.00 or a term of imprisonment of 6 months, or both.”

DECR and Planning Department this week removed an unauthorized obstruction from the Pelican Beach Access in Leeward, Providenciales.

The controversial beach access in Leeward where the offending poles were constructed (photos provided by DECR) BEACH VENDING ORDINANCE ENFORCEMENT The Department continued to be quite proactive in its protection of the territory's coastal areas.

Last Thursday, February 17, a joint task operation, led by the DECR, was carried out to enforce the Beach and Coastal Vending Ordinance.

The task force included representatives from the Department of Visa and Immigration, the Labour Tribunal,

the Revenue Control Unit, the Department of Fisheries and Marine Resources, and the Police Force.

The department informed that the objective of the operation was to ensure compliance with the newly enacted Beach and Coastal Vending law and its regulations, as well as to address reported infractions.

They said: “Most notably, vendors were found to be illegally selling alcohol on the beach, as well as having erected structures

on the beach without first seeking the required permissions to do so.

Vendors were also educated on the intricacies of business licence requirements and permit categories to be applied for in accordance with the Bill.”

During the operation a number of alcoholic beverages were confiscated by the police, these included 133 cans of beer, 52 bottles of alcohol, and 39 soft drinks; as well as a number of work permit cards confiscated by the Labour Tribunal.

Government making headway with digitalization of services The TCI government is making significant headway in digitizing various sectors to make doing business in the TCI easier and more convenient.

In an effort to modernize public sector service delivery platforms and further propel the territory into the digital age, the government budgeted approximately $6.0 Million, which will be spent over the next three years, for improvements in this area.

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Technology (IT) initiatives have been earmarked to help digitize all Government systems including statutory bodies.

A number of projects have since been completed to date, revealed Premier Washington Misick during his address to the nation on Thursday February 19.

He said: “ Business license applications and searches can be done online. Applicants can now get their business license within 48-72 hours.

“80% of services offered by

the Immigration Department can be applied for online. “ All staff in the Registrar Generals’ office and citizenship and naturalization services on the islands of Grand Turk and Providenciales can electronically access and scan manual applications with the digitisation of the system.”

Coupled with this, all dental records have been digitized and dental clinics connected, Misick disclosed.

“One database for all islands

will facilitate better management of patient care”, he added.

With digitalization, a mandatory electronic identification card will be issued to residents to ensure a secure online identity to conduct business with the government.

The upgrades to the antiquated systems which are often bemoaned by residents who would often have to wait in long queues to access a range of government services will also make it easier and more

convenient for them to remit fees and taxes.

The online databases and connectivity among departments will further modernize procurement and contract management systems and integrate the social security network, and revenue authority.

The technological upgrades will also facilitate an interoperable platform for policing border control, and other enforcement functions such as road traffic.

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

PUBLIC BEACH AND ACCESSES FED-UP residents last week took matters into their own hands, removing a blockade at a public beach access in Providenciales. The latest incident was in the community of Leeward, where a number of new, high-end developments are ongoing, resulting in limited access to beaches, which have always been considered public domain. The Leeward community, where a number of affluent residents and visitors live, is renowned for upsetting residents with their repeated and oftentimes illegal attempts at preventing locals access to the beaches there. This recent incident has prompted the Department of Environment & Coastal Resources to remind the public in a statement, issued February 15, which says: “Further to a recent incident in Grand Turk and Providenciales, the Ministry of Tourism, Agriculture, Fisheries, Heritage & the Environment hereby states categorically that beaches of the Turks & Caicos Islands and the adjoining Beach accesses are for the

Enforce the law

Enforce the law, please. Otherwise, what’s the point?

Govt. is too greedy

While I agree that "ALL BEACH" should remain accessible, I feel it is up to the correct powers to be infirmed of any obstruction that may hinder the free access and ease to the beaches.

Persons should not take matters into their own hands. This could bring on escalating but avoidable issues. While the laws are clear, there must be consistency in seeing it through. On another note, the government need not be so greedy as to sell properties that intentionally minimize access to the beach, which is a major part of the problem.

Their silence is curious

There is the pesky situation where on the purchase of a parcel of land, a villa or condominium, the purchaser feels that he has bought the beach and the entire country.

Either the Tourism marketing message has to change so that the word goes out to sensitive would be “owners of the Land” that their presumptions are just that, “presumptive”.

During the former PDM administration, the Honourables Douglas Parnell and Ralph

enjoyment of the public as they have been for generations. It is illegal to block a beach access or attempt to prevent persons from enjoying the beaches and coastlines of the Turks and Caicos Islands.

In accordance with the Beach and Coastal Vending Ordinance, 2021 the Ministry would like to remind all resorts, vendors, stakeholders and the general public of the following Regulations to be adhered to, to avoid prosecution: (1) The following is prohibited Erecting any permanent or temporary structure on a beach or coastal area without written permission from the Director or, Leaving equipment, materials or other belongings on a beach or coastal area unattended without written permission from the Director.

Failure to comply with the Beach and Coastal Vending Ordinance may result in a penalty of up to $1,000. What are your thoughts?

Higgs physically placed signs on various that the Beaches are “public”.

The former speaker, the Hon Dwayne Taylor took a brave stand in Chalk Sound for the defence of the TCI beaches. Alas that message has not gotten through. Perhaps, “public warnings” and related safety signs needs to be posted at the airports and the Docks that TCI beaches are precious heritage sites and must NOT EVER BE BLOCKED OR YOU WILL FACE A FINE OF $500,000.00.

It must be stated loud and clear. Elected and nominated officials, Government and Opposition must join in this fight. So too the Governor’s appointed members need to come onto the street and help fight this outrage. Their silence is “interesting and deeply curious in all of this”.

Another “test run?”

The Department of Environment & Coastal Resources (“DECR”) and government of the day must be more vigilant in fighting for the people.

To block the beach after 100s of years of uninterrupted use is racist and deliberately racist. It is also unconstitutional. No modern or enlightened person should sit idly by and allow this to happen.

Where is the voice of the “Minister Responsible”? This must be seen as a watershed moment for the TCI government.

Either they are going to put their proverbial

“feet down” or be complicit and fully participant in latter day racism against their own people.

Too many elected governments have sat idly by since 1976 to 2022, hoping for campaign finance or other largesse, 30 pieces of silver, God forbid and turned a “blind eye” to open and naked instances of this nature. When are they going to put their feet down and protect TCIslanders “last piece of earth”?

When are they going to enforce the very laws they’ve enacted? Are they taking TCI people on another “test run” of TCI’s most precious natural heritage, its beaches? Either the Government is serious about enforcing the law or not.

Let there be fines such as $400,000.00, or $4, 000,000 for breaching the law. In Singapore they publicly whip people for vandalism and breaches of the peace.

Penalising them $1000 under the Beach and Coastal Vending Ordinance, 2021, is a laughable joke, a legalised insult, which no one will care about.

This is proven as the law is passed the blockades go up. It is noteworthy that the Police, the DECR, The Office of the Governor, have all sat on their hands and allowed the public minded citizens to take the stand to enforce TCis laws by removing these blockades.

Either the government is serious about protecting TCIs "beautiful by nature" environment or they are just politicos but not serious about that things that matter.

TCI's "beaches matter" too.

Statements are not enough

These illegal structures on TCI Beaches need to be dealt with. Where is the Office of the Governor and the Minister responsible?

Mere public statements will not suffice.

The Rules need to be tightened. The DECR’s statement that “Further to a recent incident in Grand Turk and Providenciales, the Ministry of Tourism, Agriculture, Fisheries, Heritage & the Environment hereby states categorically that beaches of the Turks & Caicos Islands and the adjoining beach accesses are for the enjoyment of the public as they have been for generations.

It is illegal to block a beach access or

attempt to prevent persons from enjoying the beaches and coastlines of the Turks and Caicos Islands”, is commendable but does not go far enough.

There should be an increase in fines and penalties for breaches of the rules that are designed to protect the beaches for the benefit of the public. It is as if they do not fear the laws and the government of the TCI. Where is the police?

Why aren’t they dealing with these serious and open breaches of TCI law. One can easily detect a mischief as to why certain laws are enforced and others are observed in the breach.

Hypocracy is law of land

Hypocrisy seems to be the law of the land in the TCI. Where are the “Green people”, the Fake Environmentalists? Why aren’t they up in arms and out there fighting these breaches of the environmental laws, breaches of which fly in the face of “Environmentalism or green agenda”?

Why are the environmentalists of the TCI so conveniently quiet or typically biased?

Let a TCI native who is building a home in Leeward Marina or Chalk Sound and there is one minor breach of the Planning law, they come running with letters and lawyers from the “Homeowners Association”.

Yet when someone from "abroad" or some expatriate breach those rules, there is not even a whimper, “complete and utter silence”, the “sound of Silence” prevails.

Why aren’t these homeowners, letterwriters and lawyers not up in arms when the beach is blocked.? Why aren’t they helping remove the blockades? Aren’t these CONTINUED 

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Some COVID protocols lifted and discontinued – Masks remain firmly in place FOUR waves of Covd-19 infections later, the Turks and Caicos Islands is lifting most of its protection protocols, opening up the territory further, but keeping the mask mandate in place.

While many countries - even within the Caribbean are choosing to do away with masks - Minister of Health, Hon. Jamell Robinson on Thursday, February 24, said that of all the measures put in place by the TCI and other countries, the mask mandate appears to be the most effective in controlling the spread of the virus.

However, he did deliver some

good news for residents.

During the Cabinet meeting of February 23, members approved amendments to the existing Covid-19 measures and protocols.

These amendments will take effect from 5am on Monday, February 28, and will remain in place until the end of March.

The amendments will see churches or religious places of worship increasing their approved capacity to 100% percent.

Restaurants, bars, nightclubs or discotheques will also be increased to 100% of their approved capacity.

This also applies to weddings

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blockades to the beaches an “undermining” of the environment?

A few brave men – a good trend

The Statement by the Ministry of Tourism that the “beaches of the Turks & Caicos Islands and the adjoining beach accesses are for the enjoyment of the public as they have been for generations.

It is illegal to block a beach access or attempt to prevent persons from enjoying the beaches and coastlines of the Turks and Caicos Islands” is not true in practice. It is not illegal to block a beach because it is happening and continues to happen until the public steps in but not the police or the DECR. It may have been true in the 1960’s, 70’s 80’s, 90’s, that beaches are for the enjoyment of the public, but in these last 20 years, this generation is asleep and a culture has set in that one is not to rock the boat. There was a time in the TCI when TCIslanders didn't just grumble.

The previous generation marched, they demonstrated and the people who block beaches were “afraid of the TCI native”. Today there is a generation gap and you could be cancelled for speaking too loudly.

So when you have a few brave men and women who are steely enough in the TCI to take matters into their own hands and to remove a blockade at a public beach access in Providenciales, this is good and a good trend that needs to deepen.

Heritage is priceless

How is it that the Beach Vendors law, which is a travesty in and of itself in other areas, is not even being followed. It seems that a $1,000 fine, is mere petty cash, for breaching this law is a welcome to those who would build the blockades. Stronger and stiffer penalties need to be enacted and enforced under different laws.

More needs to be done. Public action of this nature needs to be encouraged and practiced in the TCI. Todays youth need to see the benefit of this kind of activism and the utter need to protect one’s land.

They need to know that High-end developments are not enough to buy the country, to take away birth rights and hundreds of years of TCI’s culture.

This heritage is priceless, worth more than money or the petty cash enacted to protect it. The government must change the law so that fines would be in the region of $100,000.00 etc for building permanent structures without permission.

and funerals, which can now return to full capacity.

As it relates to social gatherings such as beach events, for more than 100 persons, event hosts are required to obtain written permission from the Chief Medical Officer or Chief Environmental Health Officer, as well as written approval from the Department of Environment and Coastal Resources (DECR).

The minister said Cabinet has also updated the Health Protocol and Quarantine Guidelines for the handling of positive COVID cases.

These include: “A weekly public dashboard of Covid-19 cases to be published in lieu of the current daily one.”

He added that the local public health agency will continue to submit daily reporting to CARPHA, CDC, Public Health England as per international requirements.

“Mask wearing and/or face covering will continue to be required indoors and enclosed spaces while their use is now recommended for outdoors when in close proximity to others,” Hon. Robinson further advised.

DISCONTINUATION OF SOME PROTOCOLS Cabinet members also agreed

to discontinue some Covid-19 measures and protocols, and these too will take effect from Monday.

The minister reported: “Restaurant, bar, nightclub or discotheque patrons are no longer required to be fully vaccinated and 24-hour negative testing requirement; commercial or excursion boat owners are no longer restricted in capacity; also logbooks for all establishments will no longer be required.”

He said that the Cabinet has given its approval for the Arrival Passengers Travel Clearance Health Regulations 2020 to remain in place until March 31, and for vaccination age to be raised from 16 years old to 18 years old.

“Some folks might say if the Cabinet has removed all these restrictions, why not follow other countries like the Dominican Republic and the United Kingdom and go all the way and burst the country wide open?

“I say we must all continue to

be mindful of our unique position as a country with our strengths and weaknesses. When it comes to Covid-19 we must continue to cut our own cloth and find ways to still both protect lives and livelihoods.

“On the livelihood front we are doing better and better economically, with over 40,000 passenger arrivals in January.”

The minister pointed to the Grace Bay Beach once again being named the number one beach in the world, as noted by Trip Advisors Readers Choice.

“From a life standpoint we must be more cautious as it’s better to measure 10 times and cut once rather than measure once and cut 10 times.

“We believe that these are smart regulations that will be monitored for the next month to ensure they are effective.

“Ultimately, we have to continue to take personal and collective responsibility for our actions, both good and bad.”

Under the tree By Benneth Williams

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How TCI government can push toward post-pandemic resilience PART ONE Even though current challenges are daunting, they also present opportunities. Former British Prime Minister, Winston Churchill once said, “never let a good crisis go to waste”—a philosophy many governments have embraced to this day.

As we know it, 2020 was a challenging year — and no nation was spared the Covid-19 pandemic and its associated educational, health, national security, and economic crises.

Yet, plights of climate change became increasingly acute, exhibiting a record number of natural disasters like hurricanes, droughts, and wildfires— worldwide.

Ideally, geopolitical instability ushered shared experience among nations and impacted fragile countries and the TCI is among those affected.

Like most global businesses and communities, going back to

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.

the way of conducting business and living our lives—prepandemic—is not an option for the TCI. As stakeholders envisage a healthier environment, they seek their government’s assistance to help them navigate and emerge from the sweeping compounded problems, driven by the lessons of the pandemic.

Despite the universality of these hurdles, the authorities here must tackle the issues proportional to TCI government structure and ideology. Society’s well-being is at stake and therefore, the solutions derived must be all-inclusive.

Notably, experts from a London-based multinational

professional services network of firms confirmed that economic and social systems have ignited inequality, which exacerbates societal polarization and undercuts national security and safety and wellness.

Hence, the government’s efforts to restore a sustainable future, should involve a plan—at the executive, cross-ministerial and cross-agency levels—to address fundamental, reciprocal challenges. Failure to address one issue would create an adverse effect on others.

The economy is fundamental!

During the crisis, TCI loss millions of dollars in revenues, which negatively impacted

the GDP; and an exponential increase in unemployment in the tourist-sector, especially, forced the government to provide an unprecedented level of support to citizens, fueling a cost, which heightens the national debt.

A recent World Bank economic forecast highlights a modest rebound in global output, contingent upon comprehensive vaccination acquirement; henceforth, the authorities must pursue policies and strategies to foster private-sector growth and public-sector debt.

In the healthcare-sector, capacity constraints accelerated health management challenges, making a compelling case, and exposing hurdles in key areas of healthcare value and supply chains, and preventative medicine.

Therefore, it is imperative that public-health officials assemble an in-depth plan for surge responses and assess and design a more resilient healthcare system—for the medium and

long-term—to reduce the impact of future adverse public health events.

Education is another frangible area of focus. More so, education reform was always on the agenda, as a considerable number of students are leaving secondary school, lacking pertinent skills to navigate life and work. Frequent school closure during Covid-19 has compounded this issue.

Educators worked tirelessly to deliver remote learning and reckoning the limited resources and parent care, the effort shows mixed outcomes, while simultaneously, increase the likelihood of drop-out.

In the government’s pursuit of transforming traditional education programs, they must effectuate a learning environment to accommodate all students, during a crisis. Coupled with this, adult education and reskilling programmes, can help to alleviate the current dilemmas we faced.

Still, there are more core challenges to address!

There is fake love and there is real love The word “love” is used so loosely, until it is becoming like a cliché to some. Some people tell you that they love you, but their actions demonstrate otherwise.

Some people say they love you and tomorrow they hate you.

Some people say they loved, but is it real love. If they love you then why do they leave you when trouble comes your way? I believe if you really love somebody, you should be with them in the good and bad times.

Sometimes we equate love with feelings, and when we stop having those feelings, we say our love no longer exists. We also say we love someone, based on their external features and status, but the moment they no longer look the same, or lose their status, our

Show some real love

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love for them has gone.

There is too much fake love. It is time we truly show some real love to one another. The word of God says in 1 Peter 4:8 “Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers a multitude of sins.”

Fake love is when people express love to one another, but it is not sincere. There are some

people who are using people and are taking advantage of people, all in the name of love. If someone is using you, more than likely that is fake love, or not love at all. I believe sometimes we know when we are being used, but some of us just want to be loved or trying to prove a point to others that you are being loved.

Fake love is when people do not want to be seen in public with you. If you love someone, then why do you only have to see them privately. You should be proud to be in public with the people you love.

When someone is talking badly about you to others, that is a sign of fake love. When you love someone you should not be badmouthing that person.

When you are cruel, mistrust people and abuse people, these are possible sign of fake love.

Unfortunately, there are still some individuals who believe getting “beatings” or being abused is a sign of love.

Real love is defined in 1 Corinthians 13:4-7, which states: “Love is patient, love is kind. It

does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonour others; it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, and it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil, but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, and always perseveres. Love never fails.”

Let us show some real love by displaying and living the meaning of the aforementioned definition of love.

Love is the key that will solve many of our issues. However, it must be real love. It is time we stop faking and start showing real love. Stop using the word “love’ loosely. If you don’t love someone, don’t pretend you do. In the end, when the truth comes out, many lives will be destroyed.

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Turning back the hands of time The greatest invention ever known to man, and will ever be known, is himself. But sadly, the world over has been trained to believe that there is something greater out there. There was a time when community, neighborhoods, people next door or down the street brought that happiness and feeling of being alive. However, unfortunately, most have been duped and convinced that the next great invention or technological advancement is the way to utopia or paradise.

The more developed countries have convinced smaller societies that efficiency is increased machinery and the reduction of the human factor allows for a more advanced and progressive one in the future. They took to the task of minimizing the value of the greatest invention ever produced to replace it with their idea of the ideal. This began a massive decline in the dignity and value that people saw in themselves. Factories with robots, producing products more rapidly to meet the incessant demands of the wealthy and insatiable, meant that the father of four from the small village a few blocks away, no longer felt a belonging because he saw his worth in the contribution he made.

He once looked forward to going home to tell his wife and kids how he assembled those parts with some of the great people at work, and the engine started. Now, his children have no more stories to hear. Since there were no more stories to hear, they started watching cable television and streaming services for entertainment. It started with two adults becoming intimate, then more skin being shown. The scene then moved to the bedroom. Later that night when they should have been sleeping, they see a shootout with people dying all over the place. There’s no more interests in daddy’s stories, so the father’s status starts diminishing.

Those same kids who were used to turning the knob to watch television go next door and hear their friends say ‘Siri’ or ‘Alexa’ and the lights and music come on.

Their heads are down into their phones and tablets, so there is no longer a need for conversation.

Rather than walking or driving to the store and watching your kids stroll through the toy store and see the joy on their faces as they sort through the massive task of deciding what they want, we send them online to Amazon. The once time-honoured tradition has been crushed. Very tragic!

"Any state, any entity, any ideology that fails to recognize the worth, the dignity, the rights of man, that state is obsolete."

Rod Sterling hit on something

BY KEITH DAVIS

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.

here many years ago and we are experiencing the fallout from this ‘nuclear attack.’ When the father loses dignity, the kid’s have no one

to look up to. When they have no one to look up to at home, they go other places to ‘look up.’ Is there any question why the younger

generation have resorted to a life that has contributed to the crime and fear that our societies are facing?

While we allow countries that are internally imploding to set our standards, education and selfworth, we sit by and because there is personal financial gain, we turn our heads from the possible resulting effects. Governments convince their young men and women that it is ok to die giving your life fighting a war, that most times should never

have been fought. That dying for your country is a great honor. I think living is a greater honour.

We are in a time of a decline and devastation, that on top looks very nice, but underneath is wasting away like termites to the foundation of a building. Yes, both world wars caused millions of lives on the battlefield. I am not so sure that something similar, or even worse, is not fermenting or happening now. Are our societies becoming ‘obsolete?’

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Bogus old wives tales I always have a wonderful time in Huddersfield. Gorgeous home-cooked meals, heavy gin and tonics, a loaded snack cabinet and this time around, a well-deserved upgrade to the larger bedroom_ needless to say, I often tend to extend my stay a bit longer than planned.

So in the middle of a lovely Chicken-Sunday-Roast, an interesting topic surfaced and I have to share it with you.

Having spent the first 10 years of my life in Haiti, I have always been engulfed by superstitions. Don’t walk around with one shoe on, black butterflies in your path is the processor of bad news and if your right hand itches, you’re about to receive money are all bogus! My last uncontrollable itchiness wasn’t at all a large sum of inheritance_ it was chickenpox!

Whilst in England, I think it is only appropriate to dig into some non-Afro-Caribbean superstitions, or should I say “Old Wives Tales” to find out which are real, which are spurious and where the heck they came from in the first place. So go ahead, swallow your gum, pluck out all of your grey hairs and ditch the babycarrots because they will not improve your eyesight. Spare yourself the unnecessary guilts_ these are all harmless!

CHEWING GUM STAYS IN YOUR STOMACH FOR SEVEN YEARS While it is true that the human

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

body can't digest chewing gum, it doesn't really get stuck in your body. Several researches reassure us that it passes through your system more or less intact and comes out the other end. That still doesn't mean you should swallow it, but accidentally doing so now and then won't hurt.

PLUCKING GREY HAIRS WILL MAKE TWO MORE GROW IN I want to personally give anyone a green card to pull any gray hair in sight up to my 40th birthday.

Each hair follicle only contains one hair, so plucking them will not cause more to grow, explains a health’s guideline. If you just can't stand the sight of gray hairs, trim them close to the scalp instead of plucking, to avoid possibly damaging the follicle.

SITTING TOO CLOSE TO THE TV RUINS YOUR EYES This one will come as a relief to anyone who spends all day staring at a screen: Sitting too close to the TV will not hurt your eyesight. The American Academy of Ophthalmology explains that it could cause temporary eye strain,

which occurs when your eyes get tired from overuse. So don't forget to rest your peepers every once in a while all of you mid-nightlight Netflix vampires out there.

SHAVING MAKES HAIR GROW BACK THICKER Ladies, you are saved! Just like plucking, shaving has no impact on the thickness of your hair. Because shaving cuts the hair off at a blunt angle, it can feel thicker and look more noticeable as it grows back in. But you are totally safe!

CRACKING KNUCKLES CAN CAUSE ARTHRITIS Your parents must have told you cracking your knuckles will lead to arthritis, but they were probably just sick of the noise. The cracking sound is just nitrogen bubbles in the fluid that lubricates your joints. If, however, you feel pain or discomfort while cracking, that may be a sign of an issue.

EATING CARROTS WILL GIVE YOU BETTER EYESIGHT While carrots do contain beta carotene, a vitamin that helps

maintain normal vision, eating more of them won't help fix poor eyesight, explains Berkeley Health. This myth actually dates back to the British Royal Air Force during World War II. Pilots used radar to shoot down enemy planes for the first time but spread a rumor that eating more carrots gave them better eyesight to fool the Allied forces. Evidently, their plot worked a little too well.

BEING COLD WILL GIVE YOU ONE The bottom line is, you only get sick when exposed to a virus or bacteria. But research shows being cold can have an adverse effect on your immune system. We also spend more time indoors and around other people when the mercury drops, which leads to passing disease around like a hot dish at a potluck.

THE FIVE SECOND RULE If you've ever exclaimed, the "Five second rule!" while picking up your last bit of pepperoni from the floor and popping it into your mouth, I have bad news. Scientists from Rutgers University found that bacteria transfers to food starting immediately. How much depends on the type of flooring and food involved, so it's best not to eat anything that hits the ground at all.

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Crime,covid, chaos and corruption – A summary of PNP’S first year

There was very little interest in Premier Washington(Washy) Misick’s State of the State Address.

The voters are not fools and realize the reality that we are living. There was no way Washy could pretty-up their dismal first-year record. I was curious to watch what type of magic tricks Washy would pull out of his hat to spin a year of crime, chaos, covid, and corruption under his PNP government as something to celebrate.

First, Washy comes two days before the PNP’s 1 year anniversary with the audience made up of the his wife, the Governor, Deputy Governor, PNP members of Parliament and their spouses/guest, and the mandatory attendance of all the PS, Deputy PS, heads of government departments and members of boards.This audience was carefully selected to applaud through the lies that was about to spewed. What we heard was Washy taking credit for the PDM projects, and initiatives such as civil servants’ pension, gratuity and unemployment benefits. It was only fitting that the DG Anya Williams was in attendance, as she was tasked for two years during the PDM administration, to complete her review of the Pension and Gratuity Scheme. Anya dragged her feet and encouraged the senior government officers that reports to her to frustrate PDM projects and initiatives in the event her

BY EUGENE ARTHUR PNP party of choice became the government.

Washy boasted about paying off the $80 million debt they met , which should not be a bragging issue, because those monies were never touched. The former Premier left that there for whoever would be the next government. Washy should have used $25 million out of that $80 million to perform the capital works that is needed through Grand Turk, instead of selling off our beaches to Carnival and removing our hard-working vendors off the beach to the side of the road while they wait on Washy to secure his Nephew, Lyndon Gardiner’s land and the White Sands property.

Washy boasted about record real estate sales and surpluses in stamp duty collections and increases in government revenues, but the reality is the people are suffering.

Waiting on a $500 stimulus and temporary employment contracts.

Washy should not boast about record numbers when our citizens are struggling to make ends meet.

Deciding which bills to pay because their salary is not increasing at the rate of inflation.

Washy boasted about Belonger discounts for first time homeowners, whether purchasing homes or bringing in materials to

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build these homes. This is PDM’s first time Homeowners Policy he boasted about. Washy boasted that they will add new blocks to the prison, which only highlights that crime is ravishing our country.

While Washy was giving his State of the State address, there was a shootout in Blue Hills with police prior to Washy’s address, and people being robbed at gunpoint during the address!

We re in trouble! PNP, with the cooperation of the Governor, has minimized the reporting on serious crime and landing of illegal sloops, while the criminals and illegal immigrants are having a field day killing, raping, robbing, and instilling a climate of fear throughout our country. Washy and the PNP’s solution is to add more blocks to the prison. Washy has no other ideas, when it comes to crime, and this was shown when he refused to meet with a group of citizens that wanted to sit down and discuss their concerns with him, the Governor, and the AG. As Premier of our country, Washy basically said “talk to the Governor” because Crime is NOT under my portfolio. Washy is a member of the National Security Council, which is comprised of the Premier, The Governor, and the Commissioner of Police, among others, and still HE REFUSED to meet with concerned citizens on crime. Crime is just not a priority to him.

Let’s look at the real record of this PNP administration, once you remove the accomplishments and initiatives of the PDM they tried to steal as their own.

1. The Selling of our beachesWith the Beach Vendor’s Bill, the PNP government practicality privatized our beaches ina all of our islands. The leak of the Carnival contract showed everyone that Carnival dictated which terms were to be included in the Beach Vendors Bill. PNP took monies from Carnival, the Grace Bay Boys and Beaches during the campaign, and these special interest groups wanted control over the beaches directly in front of their properties. Rachel Taylor, accompanied with Washy and all five All-Island PNP members at the time, met with the homeowners at Sapodilla and Taylor Beach and promised to remove the vendors from the beach, once elected, in exchange for campaign funds. Our beaches were sold by the PNP before the

votes were counted. This is why the bill had to pass in the first year of this PNP Administration.

2. The dismantling of our Tourist Board. In exchange for campaign funds, Washy and EJ , Leaders of the PNP guaranteed the Grace Bay Boys and the TCHTA that once elected they would have more control over our Tourist Board. Josephine did not waste any time in carrying out commitment of her PNP party to dismantle Tourist Board that has effectively kept Tourism as our #1 Industry and been effective in TCI winning many tourism awards.

Under this new DMMO structure, a highly paid Bahamian consultant will manage our tourism product and report to a body that consists of members of the TCHTA. Our tourism product will now be policed by persons our Tourist Board used to police.

3. The privatizing of Provo and North Caicos airports. North Caicos airport was sold to British billionaire Mark Coombs, and he was given a 99-year lease. Provo’s airport privatization has not happened as yet because Washy, Chuck, Shaun Malcolm, and now Mike Misick have competing deals. Selling off our airports for kickbacks. What a disservice is being done to our current generation and future generations to come.

4. With the boasting of 80% of the population vaccinated, Washy failed to mention the record numbers of Covid deaths under his PNP government’s watch. PNP has fumbled the management of Covid so much that in addition to the record numbers of patients dying locally and sending out Covid patients after they became critically Ill. PNP’s incompetence has many families in TCI mourning the loss of their loved ones.

5. Crime is out of control! There has been two major incidents in the hospitality industry, one where a young man was shot dead in the parking lot of the hotel and tourist being robbed in the parking lot of the other. Washy’s initial response to tackle crime was if you see something, say something, Now he has shifted to we will build more prison blocks. No one feels safe anywhere during this first year of PNP, no matter how much the PNP, Governor, and Commissioner of Police try to suppress the real crime statistics.

6.

Washy has a team of incompetent and corrupt ministers and back benchers. They have done so much irreparable damage in their first year. So much so that I will be doing a breakdown on

each of them in upcoming releases.

Brace yourself!

7. We have more illegal sloops landing than in any one-year period in the history of our country and Washy, the PNP, and the Governor are silent. The reason for their silence will soon be revealed.

8. In Washy’s state of the State address he spoke about 50-60% discounts for BOTC and TCIs on real estate. What he did not tell you is that BOTC citizens will be allowed to obtain crown land, once land is back under the portfolio of a Minister. Giving BOTC stimulus was just a test to warm TCIs up to them receiving benefits from TCI’s treasury. These BOTC citizens along with all the new TCIs, once the franchise is enlarged, as agreed in the sweetheart deal between PNP and the Governor, will further marginalize TCIs in their own country.

In summary, the damage done this 1st year of the PNP administration has been catastrophic. PNP has sold our beaches, our airports, our seaports, and they already agreed to sell TCI citizenship under the guise of enlarging the franchise.

Temporary jobs and $500 stimulus is crumps under the table. The items of value have been sold off to special interest groups in less than a year. No matter what the PNP comes with these next three years, our beaches, aiports, citizenship benefits, will be gone!

Washy did NOT address these hotbutton issues. He had the Governor watching his every word and made sure Washy stuck to their agreed script. One year under PNP and the Turks and Caicos Islands is definitely not for TCIs .

In the upcoming days, I will be highlighting more details of what has transpired during the first year of PNP and what’s next on the selling block this upcoming year. The economy is booming according to Washy, our treasury is overflowing with surpluses, according to Washy, but our people are drowning financially. The state of our state and the state or our country is one and the same — We are In a state of depression and opression!

We should measure the success of a government, not by the number of real estate sales and stamp duty surpluses, but by the way a country takes care of it’s vulnerable, provides opportunities for its people, and provided quality jobs and lifestyles for its people on a whole. A country is not successful when the middle class are being driven to poverty and the poor are being pushed further into the depths of hopelessness.

February 26 - March 4, 2022

Gov’t made significant strides; despite setbacks – says Premier on 1 year anniversary THE Progressive National Party (PNP) Government has made “significant strides”, during its first year in office despite “setbacks”.

In the face of onerous challenges fueled by the adverse effects of the Covid-19 pandemic, the Washington Misick led Government has developed “policies and programmes” that would steer the pandemic battered territory on the quickest path out of the “economic and health crises”.

This is according to Premier Charles Washington Misick, who said his government is holding steadfast to the promises made to “deal with Covid -19, turbo-charge the economy, create jobs, cut the cost of living, provide quality healthcare, improve the quality and access to education and create a more secure TCI.” Misick made these remarks during a national address delivered on Thursday, 17 February 2022, to mark his government’s first year in office after winning a landslide 14 to 1 victory against the People’s Democratic Movement (PDM) in the territory’s general elections on Saturday, February 19, 2021.

Reflecting on his government’s accomplishments and the challenges encountered during its incumbency, he said: “Despite the challenges, this has been a successful year for my administration.

“Confidence has returned to the economy and the future is looking bright.

“We are focused on a development agenda that is shaped by our people and is beneficial and sustainable.”

He told residents who were tuned into the live-streamed address, that although his government has not been “perfect”, it has kept its promise to be transparent and accountable and to inform the citizenry “as we work to improve your lives and advance the growth and development of these Turks and Caicos Islands.”

Misick said: “We have acknowledged mistakes and have apologized when we needed to.”

THE CITIZEN’S CONTRACT Premier Misick said his government

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has executed many of the plans, programmes and projects outlined in its manifesto which was styled as a “Citizen's Contract”.

He said: “We promised to deal with Covid -19, turbo-charge the economy, create jobs, cut the cost of living, provide quality healthcare, improve the quality and access to education and create a more secure TCI. “To ensure long term economic security and prosperity, we will invest in food production, environmental protection and infrastructural development.

“We came to office during a very difficult time. The economy was floundering. Tourist arrivals were the lowest in recent years.

“Cruise ships were not calling because of the Covid-19 pandemic.”

He continued:“In fact, cruise lines did not return to Grand Turk for 21 months, in December and many of you lost jobs or had to close your businesses.

“The promised stimulus did not reach some of you, as the requirements were prohibitive and covered only some sectors.

“The Cabinet took a few weeks to assess the state of the economy and find ways to immediately ease your burden.”

“We added a new Ministry and restructured others to make them more effective and serviceoriented.”

COVID-19 Turning his attention to the management of Covid-19, Misick said to date over 80 per cent of the population have received two doses of vaccine, however, the uptake for booster shots has been very sluggish at just 14 percent. “ We encourage those who have not yet done so to get vaccinated and continue protocols such as hand washing and responsible social interactions to reduce infections.

Misick stressed that the health sector has faced the brunt of the Covid-19 pandemic.

He said: “No sector has been more challenged than health over the last year.

“We faced head-on, and

effectively managed three Covid-19 surges; including the Delta and Omicron variants with a fully open economy and unprecedented visitor arrivals.

“We achieved this success thanks to cooperation from our people. You answered the call, adjusted to a more restrictive lifestyle when it was necessary, observed the protocols and got vaccinated.

“Our over 80% fully vaccinated population, puts the TCI among countries with the best vaccination rate.

“Those whose lives and livelihoods were disrupted by Covid-19; we are finding ways to help you turn the corner.

He reminded residents that $15 million was provided for stimulus grants, with simple so more people could benefit.

“Nearly 14,000 qualified recipients received $1,000 USD each.

“Small business owners were not left out, the Turks and Caicos Islands Government (TCIG) forgave and cleared the books of over $15 million of legacy debt and penalties – we gave them a fresh start.”

Misick said:“The fight is not over.”

TURBO-CHARGING THE ECONOMY Upon coming to office during his inaugural address, Misick vowed to “turbo-charge” TCI’s economy.

To this end, Misick said his administration” took bold actions to fire up the economy”.

“While many countries around us remained locked, we fully reopened with safety protocols – that decision paid off.

“Since then, we have seen historic tourist arrivals and our stop-over arrivals are even better than pre-pandemic levels in 2019.

“For the third quarter in 2021, there were 117, 236 stop-over visitors compared to 96,777 in 2019, in the fourth quarter, there were 122, 289 visitors compared to 116, 338 in 2019.

“That is more than five times the number of visitors during the third and fourth quarters in 2020.

Premier Hon.Charles Washington Misick said: “Despite the challenges, this has been a successful year for my administration”.

Cruise tourism has returned to Grand Turk.”

He stressed that the construction and real estate industries are booming.

“In our first year alone, we saw over 300 new construction planning applications, for homes, apartments, high-end villas, resort/hotel style condos and villa developments like the Strand, “Beach Enclave Long Bay Hotel, and an extension to Beaches Resort & Spa. “For the month of January alone, 44 projects were submitted to the Planning Department – valued at over $70 million.

“Invest TCI is reporting that over $1.4 billion in projects are at various stages of development.”

territory’s prosperity. “ In Grand Turk, we purchased the vending village for $1.7 million and will spend $1.5 million to upgrade the facility and we are negotiating the purchase of the White Sands property adjacent to the Cruise Port.

“The two properties will be transformed into a business park for vending and other small and medium enterprises to serve the cruise tourism sector.

“By the end of this financial year, we will spend $5.3 million across all islands to support the unemployed or underemployed. “$1.2 million has already been spent in phases one and two, on community cleaning and beautification projects. “

REVENUES As it relates to the revenues collected, the Premier said $65 million was collected for stamp duty on land transactions, which is more than two times the earnings for the years 2019 and 2020.

He said: “Taxes from the real estate sector are forecasted at $80 million by the end of this financial year.

“To give you some perspective, never in the last five years, have we collected as much as $30 million.”

Accommodation, import duty and custom processing fees at $56 million, $58 million and $27 million respectively, will exceed what was collected in 2019 and 2020, the Premier stated.

“The economy has performed better than expected in so many ways, this has resulted in the robust V-shaped recovery we predicted.

“Revenue up to December 31, 2021, was $282.1 million compared to $131.4 million for the same period in 2020.

“Revenues are forecasted to exceed a whopping $360 million this financial year, this unprecedented financial performance has resulted in positive cash flows of $188.4 million up to December.”

A MORE SECURE TCI Premier Misick said his government has invested heavily in fighting crime which threatens the security and safety of “our people including our children”. “ The government will continue to provide resources to all agencies, including the courts to deal with crime and rehabilitation.

“Up to 12 % of the national budget is allocated to beef-up border safety and enhance citizen security.

“Land to house the TCI Regiment, TCI Law Enforcement Training Academy as well as a Remand Center has been purchased at a cost of $1.8 million. A further $2 million will be spent to build the facility.”

Additionally he pointed out that over $15 million is being invested for system and equipment upgrades for the TCI Regiment, Police, and Border Control.

He said:“Forty new recruits have been trained for the TCI Regiment and we are actively recruiting up to 60 new police officers.

“Along with the United States Coast Guard and the Bahamas, we continue to support Operation Bahamas (OPBAT), which patrols our waters to combat drug and human smuggling as well as other criminal activities.”

Along with this two new remote radar sites that will help improve the communication and surveillance ability of law enforcement have been installed.

“Six radar operators were hired and trained to maintain equipment being installed at Northwest Point and Long Bay in Providenciales.”

JOB CREATION The territory’s leader underscored the importance of TC Islanders reaping the benefits of the economic boom.

As such he pointed out that a number of initiatives and programmes, such as the Covid Works Programme, are underway to ensure islanders benefit from the

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Titus meets the Honourable Premier, Charles Washington Misick, to address Salt Cay related issues. (Photo: Premier’s Office)

Mounds of rubble, rocks and sand in preparation for repairs of the bridge in Salt Cay’s North District. (Photo: Elphina de Boer)

District Commissioner, Almeida Wilson (left) and Deputy Commissioner, Noyal Hamilton (right) pose with Salt Cay residents employed under the government’s temporary employment program.

(Photo: Turks and Caicos Government)

It’s a new Dawn. It’s a new Day. Cautious optimism returns to Salt Cay as a number of enterprises take shape

Another interesting week has gone by on Salt Cay. A week of moderate progress and cautious optimism, resulting in opportunities for some on the Charmed Isle, and, as I sat listening to my daughter, Elphina, playing her guitar on the beach, while also reflecting on the activities of the past week, a quote by Confucius suddenly came to mind, ‘It does not matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop’. No doubt he had Salt Cay in mind when writing that!

The first piece of good news came from the Ministry of Physical Planning and Infrastructure Development (PPID), as it launched its Temporary Employment Programme, thereby creating employment and income for several Salt Cay residents who had struggled during the lockdown of 2020, as well as in the aftermath of the pandemic. The primary focus of this programme, according to a press release from the Ministry is, “to provide a means of access to meaningful employment for all who are unemployed and seeking employment in the works and construction industry…”

Hon Akierra Missick, Minister of PPID, who visited Salt Cay on 14 February, said: “We have been diligently working to establish and implement the Temporary Employment Programme, under the Public Works Department. We are excited that the communities of Salt Cay and Five Cays are ready to take

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

advantage of the opportunity provided by the Program. We also confirm that we are finalising the launch for the Twin Islands and South Caicos. We are looking forward to their launch this weekend. We thank our team in the Public Works Department and the District Commissioners for their time and dedication to launching this Program.”

Credit, where credit is due. For not only are there now some Salt Cay residents who are fully-employed, earning money, but the project they’ll be working on is the one foremost in everyone’s mind in Salt Cay; our disintegrating bridge over the northern canal, which currently prevents residents in the North District from driving straight through to the

South District - and vice versa. Massive mounds of rubble, rocks and sand, now piled beside the bridge, attest to the fact that soon work will begin on this crucial project, fewer than two months after the bridge first fell into disrepair.

On Salt Cay, that is real progress, in record time!

With the employment programme coming into effect, it was time for some more ‘Salt Cay Diplomacy’, as I met, for the fifth time since he came to office, the Premier of the Turks and Caicos Islands, Hon. Charles Washington Misick. Having only recently addressed the air-lift to the Charmed Isle and the aforementioned bridge, it was now not only time to express thanks for the relative speed with which the government had dealt with the bridge issue but also to suggest further improvements to the daily lives of Salt Cay residents. “Perhaps when you meet with him,” suggested the good captain of the Salt Cay Ferry, Allan Dickenson, “you should mention the need for an ATM on Salt Cay and a ‘Ro-Ro Ramp’ for the barge to dock and offload safely, as both needs are crucial to the wellbeing of any small island community in the 21st century”…..And with that thought uppermost in mind, I went into my meeting and both suggestions were duly noted by the Premier.

After over thirty years in the TCI, I obviously know that the mere mention of an issue, when meeting with a politician, will not necessarily mean that the issue will be dealt with, but the fact that ‘team Salt Cay’ has established a

pragmatic rapport with the incumbent government, can only be a good thing.

Once again that Confucius quote comes to mind, we may be slow at times - but we never walk back.

It’s a beautiful evening on Salt Cay and, as it looks as if this will again be a spectacular sunset, I decide to walk down to the dock to enjoy the view.

“There’s a fan of yours, from Provo, at the bar,” says the owner of Salt Cay Divers, as I walk past the Coral Reef Bar on my way to the sea wall, “apparently he reads your column every week!” As I enter the bar, I encounter a gentleman having dinner and recognise him from the day before when he and his son drove by on their bicycles. “You must be Titus,” he says with genuine enthusiasm, “I read the ‘Note’ every week and now we have finally made it and are having such a great time!”

It turns out that he runs the water sports operation for a major resort on Providenciales. We talk about Provo, Salt Cay, of course, and other places around the Caribbean with which we are both familiar or have lived in, including Cuba and Haiti. “This place is special,” is his concluding observation about Salt Cay, “it feels like a ‘real’ island.” As I wish him a good stay, I ask whether he would mind being mentioned in the next ‘Salt Cay Note’.

“Are you kidding me? That would make my day!” was his delighted response, and with that, here’s a Salt Cay shoutout to Mark Healey - come back soon and tell all the Provoites what a good time you had on the Charmed Isle.

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Malicious court reports can land you in court – DPP warns news carriers Director of Public Prosecutions, Eugene Otuonye QC has issued a stern warning to persons who maliciously share inaccurate news that the Constitution does not exempt them from prosecution.

He said that while the Constitution grants citizens rights of freedom of expression, freedom to receive and impart information, these constitutional rights are not absolute. “[They] must not be abused or misused to the detriment of other persons’ rights and the public interest, or to undermine the authority and independence of the courts.”

The DPP’s strongly-worded statements came closely on the heels of a social media report of a murder trial engaging the attention of the court.

The defendants in the trial are Rodson Saint Louis and Huraldo Gonzales, who in early February appeared before Judge Shiraz Aziz in a judge-alone trial for the shooting death of another man in November 2020.

The report was widely shared on a number of social media

Director of Public Prosecution, Queen’s Counsel Eugene Otuonye platforms on Monday, February 21, with the headline 'Judge, Alone Trial Aborted Instead Of Acquittal Entered.

The report, among other things, stated that the judge aborted the trial before setting the “teens” free, alleging further that there was insufficient evidence against the two.

Otuonye stated that the report is false, malicious and misleading in several respects: “(a) The trial Judge, Hon

Justice Aziz aborted the trial and discharged himself, as it was open to him to do, primarily to allow sufficient time to deal with a vulnerable witness in a manner provided by the law so as to facilitate his available best evidence. He therefore adjourned the case to May 16, 2022 to be started before another judge or indeed himself, depending on the submissions from the Defence Counsel and Prosecution. His decision to abort the trial was to

ensure that the trial was fair to all concerned – the Victim, Defence, Prosecution, the TCI Community.

This is not an unusual occurrence in most criminal justice systems, including TCI.” Additionally, the DPP clarified that at the time the judge aborted the trial and discharged himself, the prosecution’s case had not ended and could not have ended, as falsely reported.

In fact, the Prosecution’s case was not even half- way gone, he said.

He added: “So there was no basis to falsely and maliciously conclude that Hon Justice Aziz “had the opportunity to dismiss or acquit the two teen defendants, Huraldo De La Cruz Gonzales And Rodson Saint Louis” for insufficient or no evidence.”

The DPP further clarified: “It is also false that “Justice Aziz aborted the trial before setting the teens free”. First, the defendants are full adults, not teens. Secondly, they were actually remanded in custody (not set free) until their matter is called up again on May 16, 2022.”

Otuonye firmly stated that it is not the policy of, and indeed, his office rarely responds to comments or views expressed in the public domain relating to criminal

proceedings, even when those comments or views are inaccurate.

He said this is partly in recognition of the constitutional rights to freedom of expression, freedom to receive and impart information, as reported above.

“But these constitutional rights are not absolute, and must not be abused or misused to the detriment of other persons’ rights and the public interest, or to undermine the authority and independence of the Courts.

“Thus, when such comments and views, as in this case, are calculated or have the tendency to malign the character and integrity of a judicial officer (who cannot speak for himself or herself) or undermine the due administration of justice, either in a particular case or generally, the ODPP has a duty to set the record straight and to properly inform the public as appropriate.”

More importantly, the DPP warned that perpetrators and carriers of this kind of falsehood must be prepared to face the full consequences of their nefarious actions, including being cited for contempt of court.

He advised that the best record of what transpired in Court can easily be obtained from the Court itself.

CABINET MEETING SUMMARY Turks and Caicos Islands post Cabinet meeting statement His Excellency the Governor, Nigel Dakin, chaired the 7th meeting of Cabinet on Wednesday 16 February 2022 at the Premier’s Office on Grand Turk.

All Members were present.

AT THIS MEETING CABINET:

· Approved the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the Government and TCI Finance Limited to implement a marketing and strategic plan to grow the Financial Services Industry in TCI. Members also agreed on a review process after the first year. · Discussed a proposed development agreement for the construction of affordable homes and luxury villas, and agreed on necessary steps required before this and similar proposals can be taken forwards. · Discussed the purchase of tourism related parcels on Grand Turk by the TCI Government for public use in support of growing the cruise industry and wider tourism sector on Grand Turk. Members agreed on next steps. · Agreed for the approved Provisional

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Warrant Resolution 2022-23 to withdraw funds from the Consolidated Fund in respect of the recurrent expenditure for part of FY202223 to be advanced to the House of Assembly.

Noted work currently being undertaken to progress the e-government initiative, in particular proposed terms of reference and actions to deliver initial projects (Digital Government, National e-ID and Workflow management solution).

Members agreed on next steps.

Approved ad-hoc subsistence rates for Members of the TCIG Audit Committee. and Agreed on a holistic review of stipend and subsistence rates for committees and boards across the public sector.

Disclaimed any interest in property held by a dissolved Company known as Blue River Limited.

Discussed options for designating temporary facilities as a “hospital” within the meaning of the Mental Health Ordinance for the admission, assessment and treatment of persons who suffer mental disorders.

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Members also agreed next steps for to the period of care for psychiatric patients.

Approved a Stamp Duty Policy for TCIslanders and BOTCs including an increase in the zero-rated transaction threshold and reduced rates of duty across the Islands.

Discussed proposed amendments to the First Time Home Owner’s Policy, aimed at assisting in promoting homeownership for Turks & Caicos Islands Status Holders and BOTCs to commence on 1st April 2022.

Approved the appointment of the PS Labour (Chair), DPS Finance, a representative from the Statistics Department, Premier’s Office, Labour Department, and AG Chambers, and two representatives from the private sector as Members of a Minimum Wage Committee to advise the TCI Government on a socially just wage to support wage earners in relative comfort when combined with social support programs for a period of three months with effect from 21 February 2022.

Noted the TCI Government’s

commitment, as Chair of the Board of Governors for the Caribbean Development Bank (CBD), to host the CBD’s annual general meeting in June 2022. · Approved a request from the Hon. Attorney General to make an AG’s Reference to the Court of Appeal in respect of section 25 of the Road Traffic Ordinance. · Approved the change in title of the Director of Road Safety and Department of Road Safety to the Director of Motor Vehicles and the Department of Motor Vehicles. · Was updated on issues related to the Ministries of: 1. Infrastructure, 2. Education, 3. Tourism, 4. Finance, and the 5. Premier’s Office, 6. Office of the Deputy Governor, and 7. Attorney General’s Chambers.

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

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Advisory committee appointed to review TCI’s minimum wage

The government has approved the appointment of a committee to advise it on a fair and appropriate minimum wage scale for workers in the TCI. Low minimum wage paired with the high cost of living, which refers to the amount of money needed to cover basic expenses such as housing, food, taxes, and healthcare, 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 that are burdened by the rising prices of essential commodities, and has vowed to make changes to alleviate these challenges for the common man.

To this end, Cabinet at its meeting on Wednesday 16 February 2022, approved the appointment of the

PS Labour (Chair), DPS Finance, a representative from the Statistics Department, Premier’s Office, Labour Department, and AG Chambers, and two representatives from the private sector as members of a Minimum Wage Committee.

The committee will advise the government on a socially just wage to support wage earners in relative comfort when combined with social support programs for a period of three months with effect from 21 February 2022, according to a recent Cabinet statement.

Premier Charles Washington Misick also briefly spoke to this development at his state of the country address on Thursday, 17 February 2022 in recognition of his Progressive National Party(PNP) Government’s first year in Office.

He said: “ We are setting up a committee to review the minimum wage.

“The committee which includes public and private sector members will consider the economic climate and other conditions and advise the government on a fair and appropriate minimum wage scale.”

Premier Misick at a national press conference on Wednesday, February 2nd, said increasing the minimum wage alone will not solve the economic woes faced by citizens.

To this end he stressed that his government is working to improve the quality of life and the standard of living for citizens in a more holistic manner.

He 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.

“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 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), which the TCI is a member of, 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.

TCI gets extra holiday to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Governor Nigel Dakin has approved an extra holiday in the Turks and Caicos Islands as the UK and Commonwealth countries commemorate the Queen’s historic Platinum Jubilee.

This year, 2022, marks 70 years since her accession to the Throne; reigning as monarch since 1952.

A statement from the Governor’s office this week explained that to commemorate this significant anniversary, The Queen’s Birthday public holiday will be celebrated on June 3, and not on June 13, as previously observed.

Additionally, June 6, will be observed as a public holiday throughout the islands to further commemorate The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.

“These two holidays will offer a unique four-day weekend celebration,” the statement reads.

Next year, the holiday will revert to a singular celebration for the Queen’s Birthday.

The four-day celebration will feature an expanded programme of events in Grand Turk which includes a tree planting ceremony, a beacon lighting ceremony and a grand Queen’s Birthday Parade.

In keeping with tradition, Platinum Jubilee medals will be awarded to public servants

This year, 2022, marks 70 years since her accession to the Throne; reigning as monarch since 1952. for their exemplary performance over the years, as well as to the persons for 18, 25 and 30 years of service to the Crown.

Preceding the Jubilee celebrations ,which will begin in June, the long-awaited Queen’s Baton will make its appearance in the Turks and Caicos Islands in

April.

This celebrated baton will make its way throughout a number of islands, then continue its journey around the world before returning to Birmingham, England for the 2022 Commonwealth Games.

As part of the Royal festivities, a number of special events will be

held across the United Kingdom and other Commonwealth territories.

The statement further reads: “These events will unite celebrants in their expressions of admiration for Her Majesty The Queen as she reaches this never-before attained milestone of 70 years as monarch.

“The citizens and residents of the Turks and Caicos Islands will enjoy a special four-day weekend that will be unique to 2022’s Jubilee celebration and will unite the islands in celebration with the greater Commonwealth to give tribute to Her Majesty’s historic reign.”

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Inclusive education key to inclusive employment for disabled persons Jas Walkin recently represented the Turks and Caicos Islands and the English-speaking Caribbean at a Global Event, presenting on inclusivity in education leading to inclusive employment.

That event was the Global Disability Summit 2022, held on February 16 and 17, via a virtual platform.

Hosting it were the International Disability Alliance (IDA) together with the governments of Norway and Ghana, The Summit sought to mobilise efforts for the implementation of the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, the principle of ‘Leave No One Behind’ and building back better and more inclusive policies with regards to Covid-19.

One of the major themes was ‘Inclusive Employment and Livelihoods’.

Walkin, who is the Special Needs Education Officer with the Ministry of Education, said he was honoured to be selected by the Caribbean Disabilities Leaders - which is a group focused on sharing and coordination amongst leaders working with persons with disabilities in the Caribbean.

INCLUSIVE EDUCATION During the summit, he made a presentation on a side panel on the topic ‘Paving the road from inclusive education policy to inclusive employment in the development context’.

In that presentation, he explained that the foundation of any employment is education, and with that mind the possibility of inclusive employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities is inextricably linked to their access to inclusive or specialised self-contained education.

“In a perfect world, we would love for corporate companies and business establishments to hire persons with disabilities out of a moral sense of duty or some charitable clause in their by-laws.

“However, we do not live in such an alternate universe. Corporate companies are in the business of making money, hence, the people they hire must be equipped to contribute to that process.”

He told the gathering that before developing countries in the Caribbean begin to formulate or enforce inclusive employment policies, more investment is needed in the development and expansion of inclusive education.

He further explained: “Inclusive education is the integration of students with special needs into the general education population, creating the least restrictive

environment for all students to strive.

“Inclusion supports the direction in which the world is evolving; it is the practice where students with special needs are not isolated or discriminated against.

“Rather, they are embraced and their presence adds value to the education system, their communities, classrooms and peer groups.”

Walking noted that when successful inclusion takes place, post education; individuals with disabilities are afforded the opportunity to acquire skills similarly with persons with no disability.

This as a result prepares them for potential equal employment.

He said this is the ‘one size fits all’ formula because special needs has a broad spectrum of disabilities ranging from cognitive and intellectual impairments to physical, motor or sensory disabilities.

“What does this mean?

It is unrealistic for us to expect a child with a cognitive/intellectual disability to excel academically at the pace of a child who does not have such an impairment.

“Hence, in the education of these individuals, special considerations and accommodations must be made based on their special needs.”

Walkin stressed that in the absence of the necessary accommodations and support services, the education of special needs individuals might become futile, and if this occurs, then attending school would be useless.

The reason children attend school is to be prepared for gainful employment. Their employment is not based on what they cannot do, rather, it is based on what they can do, because the foundation of any employment is education, he stated.

He concluded that working on the premise that disabled or nondisabled persons are employed based on their abilities and not their disabilities, it would be prudent to equip special needs persons with every skill possible to live a successful life.

WALKIN RECOUNTS HIS LIFE STORY Walkin recounted his own life story as a disbaled person who received inclusive education right here in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

“Taking a page from my personal life, I was born with cerebral palsy, accompanied by a neurological disorder, and was educated in an inclusive education setting, irrespective of available accommodations.

“My mother, Linda HiggsWalkin, recognized from an early

age that I had a developmental delay, however she most importantly recognized the greatest miracle of my diagnosis: despite having suffered from a brain injury, my cognitive skills were high functioning.

“Hence, she focused on what my brain could do, rather than what my motor skills could not do.

“I am here in this capacity because my mother advocated and forced teachers to focus on developing my abilities rather than focusing on my challenges.

“My story as a successfully employed person with a disability can be the story of so many other special needs individuals.’”

He closed his presentation by stating: “However, we must

Jas Walkin develop a system and culture of acceptance, support, inspiration and make provision for their

successful inclusion in our society - first through education and then through employment.”

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TCI Assumes Leadership of UK Overseas Territories Premier of the Turks and Caicos Islands, Hon. Charles Washington Misick, recently assumed the presidency of the United Kingdom Overseas Territories Association (UKOTA).

The Premier was elected President of UKOTA Political Council during the Annual General Meeting (AGM),held on Thursday, 10 February 2022, according to a statement issued by the Government on Wednesday February 23.

At the same meeting UK representatives of the British Overseas Territory (BOT) Governments elected Ms Tracy Knight, who represents the Turks and Caicos Islands at UKOTA meetings, as Chairman.

As Chair of UKOTA, Ms Knight will lead the work of the Association, advancing and defending the collective interests of the Overseas Territories in the UK, over the next 12 months.

Commenting on the Chairmanship Ms Knight said: “‘It is an honour to be elected as Chair of UKOTA and I am grateful for the confidence of the other Overseas

Tracy Knight, UK Representative for the Turks and Caicos Islands Government (TCIG), head of the TCIG London Office and UKOTA Chairman - Office of the Premier photo Territory Representatives and support of the Turks and Caicos Islands government. I look forward to working with my colleagues to further promote the relationship between the Overseas Territories and the UK and to engaging with all stakeholders to advance the work of the Association.’

As President of the Political Council, Premier Misick will

Image of a robot designed, coded, and built by a young participant and his team.

Premier of the Turks and Caicos Islands, Hon. Charles Washington Misick

have responsibility for chairing the council’s annual meeting of political leaders in London later this year ahead of the annual Joint Ministerial Council between the Overseas Territories and the UK. Commenting on his new role Misick said:“As president, I look forward to working with OTs to project us toward the elevation of the socio-economic standing

of all our peoples, break down the barriers to sustenance and self-actualisation; and improve communication and collaborative efforts with the UK Government to ensure BOT’s individual and collective concerns are heard and solutions actualised for the betterment of the lives of our people.” said the Premier.

He further added, “It is with

pride that I congratulate Ms Knight on being elected as Chairman for the Association. This is a true testament of the diligent, innovative and forward thinking staff that forms the Office of the Premier and Public Policy and this government.

I have every confidence that Ms Knight will excel and aid greatly in achieving our collective goals.”

UKOTA was established in 1994 by the governments of the UK Overseas Territories with permanent populations to promote the interests of the Overseas Territories and cooperation between them.

The main work of UKOTA is representing the collective view of the Overseas Territories through dialogue and contact with the Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office and other UK government departments; both at official and ministerial level.

The Territories represented on UKOTA are: Ascension Island, Anguilla, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Falkland Islands, Gibraltar, Montserrat, Pitcairn, St Helena, Tristan da Cunha and Turks and Caicos Islands.

Participants of the Robotics Symposium hosted by the Math Lab in partnership with FortisTCI, gather for a group photo after building their own robots.

Dozens of students attend first ever robotics symposium The first ever robotics symposium was hosted this month at the Math Lab with over a dozen participants.

The event, sponsored by FortisTCI, was held on Saturday, February 5, at The Math Lab, a local education and training facility in Providenciales.

The symposium registered over a dozen participants who designed,

built, and coded robots under the guidance of a US-based Robotics Engineer and Computer Scientist.

Participants were excited to venture into an exciting STEM area that provides hands-on and minds-on lessons. FortisTCI provided the students with complimentary gift bags, certificates of participation and made the event possible, as the

program sponsor.

Nikira John-Durham, Director of Corporate Communications, Brand Development and Marketing, gave opening remarks on behalf of FortisTCI President and CEO Ruth Forbes. Founder of The Math Lab, Lekensay Missick, organized the program and expressed gratitude for the company's support. He

was pleased by the enthusiasm showcased by participants.

FortisTCI has a three-year agreement with The Math Lab to serve as the exclusive sponsor with a commitment of $20,000 per annum for three years to fund its STEM programs.

The event is one of several programs slated for this year; other programs include an annual Easter

Coding program, Speed Math Competitions, STEM Summer Program, a second Robotics Symposium, STEM after-school skills development program, and tutoring assistance program in Math and Science.

The Math Lab was founded in 2019 and FortisTCI has supported the STEM Summer Program for the past two years.

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Bahamas: PM hints at legal move on marital rape this term

Workers protested the rising cost of food.

Haiti hikes minimum wage by up to 54% following worker protests HAITI’S government has hiked the minimum wage by as much as 54% following weeks of demonstrations by garment workers who say their wages are not enough to keep up with the rising cost of living.

The office of Prime Minister Ariel Henry on Twitter posted a sliding scale of wage hikes that vary by economic activity, with the greatest increase going to workers in areas such as the electricity and telecommunications industries.

Employees in the clothing manufacturing sector, which export finished products to U.S. retailers, received a 37% increase.

That takes their wages to just under $7.50 per day, compared with the $15 per day that union leaders had demanded.

For decades, Haiti has promoted itself as a center for clothing manufacturing thanks to

low wages and proximity to U.S. markets.

Workers over the years have complained that pay is too low to cover basic goods, which are often more expensive than in other countries due to weak infrastructure and gang violence.

A group of U.S. members of Congress in November said they were asking the heads of 62 American companies that import garments from Haiti for information on “protections in place for workers employed by their companies and suppliers.”

Haitian officials have in the past said that increasing wages by too much would leave the garment industries at risk of losing competitiveness with respect to other countries such as the neighboring Dominican Republic.

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PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis said it is possible the issue of marital rape could be dealt with legislatively by his administration during this term in office.

He said following a recent Social Services and Urban Development conference that examined the inequalities between men and women in law, Attorney General Ryan Pinder was given the mandate to act on recommendations coming out of that event.

Mr Davis made the comment following the announcement of two new ambassadors this week at the Balmoral Club.

“Thursday and Friday of last week the Minister of Social Services and Urban Development held a conference to examine what I call the inequalities in the discriminatory laws to determine a way forward as to what adjustments we have to make to our laws on the issue that are inequitable between the genders and any other discriminatory laws,” Mr Davis told reporters.

“The issue of rape came up as well whether you call it marital or otherwise. Rape is rape.

“I don’t want to get into the description of rape and I’ve given the Attorney General (Ryan Pinder) the mandate to follow the recommendations that were given through that conference that was held last week.

“You’ll see what the

Prime Minister Philip “Brave” Davis made the comment earlier this week. recommendations are from there and we’ll move to enact what laws that were recommended by them to the Attorney General that is deemed appropriate by the Cabinet.”

Asked if this could happen within his term in office, Mr Davis said: “It could come up in this case, yes.”

Mr Davis also responded to critics of his administration’s legislative agenda.

“What is the legislative agenda?

Not everything is achieved through the parliamentary or legislative regime. There are many initiatives that don’t require what I call parliamentary intervention for the purposes of enacting laws. So, it is important to understand what do they mean by legislative agenda.

What legislation that they think we ought to have been producing, or presenting, or laying on the table

that has not been laid.

“We have our agenda and we are moving by our agenda where our initiatives require parliamentary intervention by legislation, then there is legislation that will be laid, tabled debated and passed.”

Last November, Press Secretary Clint Watson said a national conversation that reflects the public’s will could drive the issue of marital rape to the forefront of the Davis administration’s legislative agenda.

His comment followed a tweet on Mr Davis’ Twitter account saying marital rape is wrong and that the country remained one of the few in the world where this was not recognised in law. His tweet also noted that should there be a change in this regard he supported a national conversation.

Dominican Republic begins building border wall with Haiti THE Dominican government this week began building a wall that will cover almost half of the 392-kilometre (244 miles) border with Haiti, its only land neighbour, to stop irregular migration and the smuggling of goods, weapons and drugs.

While the two countries share the island of Hispaniola, they are worlds apart in terms of development. Crime-plagued Haiti is one of the poorest nations in the Americas while the Dominican Republic, a popular Caribbean tourist destination, has prospered in recent decades amid marked political stability.

Many Haitians cross the border clandestinely in search of work in the fields or in the construction industry in the Dominican Republic.

“The benefit for both nations will be of great importance,” said Dominican President Luis Abinader shortly before pushing the button to begin pouring concrete into the foundations of what will be the wall in the province of Dajabón, some 230 kilometers northwest of the capital.

About 500,000 Haitians and tens of thousands of their descendents live in the Dominican Republic, a Spanish-speaking nation of about 11 million people, according to the most recent immigration survey conducted in 2018.

Abinader estimated the border wall will reduce the smuggling of commercial goods, weapons and help fight organised crime in both nations.

He started the project, which aims to build a 164 kilometer

Dominican Republic President Luis Abinader (L) at the groundbreaking ceremony for the border wall with Haiti on February 20, 2022. wall, ahead of the anniversary of the Dominican Republic’s independence from Haiti on Feb. 27, 1844.

Abinader said the first phase of the project will be completed

within nine months at the latest.

The 20-centimetre-thick concrete wall topped by a metal mesh will be 3.9 metres (12.8 ft) high and will have fiber optics for communications, movement

sensors, cameras, radars and drones.

The project also includes the construction of 70 watchtowers and 41 access gates for patrolling.

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UK will not look away from Russia invasion in Ukraine - PM THE UK “cannot and will not just look away” at Russia’s “hideous and barbaric” attack on Ukraine, Boris Johnson has said.

The PM said President Vladimir Putin had launched a “vast invasion by land, by sea and by air” without provocation.

He said the UK and allies will launch a “massive package” of sanctions to “hobble” Russia’s economy.

The PM will outline new sanctions against Russia in the Commons at 17:00 GMT. In a pre-recorded TV statement, Mr Johnson said Ukraine was not some faraway country, but one “that for decades has enjoyed freedom and democracy and the right to choose its own destiny”.

He said the UK and the world could not allow that freedom “just to be snuffed out”.

As a result, the UK and its allies would agree a “massive package of economic sanctions” in a bid to “hobble” the Russian economy, Mr Johnson said, before warning that the West would need to cease its dependence on Russian oil and gas.

“Our mission is clear: diplomatically, politically, economically and eventually

The PM said that the UK and allies will launch a “massive package” of sanctions to “hobble” Russia’s economy. militarily, this hideous and barbaric venture of Vladimir Putin must end in failure,” he said.

Mr Johnson’s comments come after Russian forces launched an assault on Ukraine, crossing its borders and bombing military targets near big cities.

Ukraine announced that martial law - which means the military takes control temporarily - has been imposed across the whole of

the country.

Traffic jams have built up as people fled the capital Kyiv.

Russian military vehicles are reported to have breached Ukraine’s border in a number of places, in the north, south and east, including from Belarus.

At least seven people are known to have been killed by Russian shelling, including civilians. A Ukrainian presidential adviser said

that more than 40 soldiers had died and dozens more were wounded, but this has not been independently confirmed.

Addressing the Ukrainian people directly, Mr Johnson said: “In this moment of agony, we’re with you, we’re praying for you and your families and we are on your side.”

But he said if the months ahead were “grim and the flame of freedom burn[ed] low”, he firmly believed it would “blaze bright again in Ukraine”.

“Because for all his bombs and tanks and missiles, I don’t believe that the Russian dictator will ever subdue the national feeling of the Ukrainians and their passionate belief that their country should be free,” added.

The prime minister also sought to reassure the British public, pledging to do “everything to keep our country safe” and work with allies “for however long it takes” to restore Ukraine’s sovereignty and independence.”Because this act of wanton and reckless aggression is an attack not just on Ukraine, it’s an attack on democracy and freedom in eastern Europe and around the world”.

Appealing directly to the

Russian people, Mr Johnson said their president had launched a “tidal wave of violence against fellow Slavic people” before adding: “To the parents of Russian soldiers who will lose their lives, I cannot believe this is being done in your name.”

In a pre-dawn TV statement on Thursday, President Putin said Russia did not plan to occupy Ukraine, but demanded its soldiers lay down their weapons, before warning that Moscow’s response would be “instant” if anyone tried to take on Russia.

The prospect of further UK sanctions against Russia comes a day after the prime minister announced that five Russian banks had had their assets frozen and three Russian billionaires would have travel bans imposed.

UK nationals were advised two weeks ago to leave Ukraine while commercial flights were still available. Those remaining have again been urged to leave Ukraine immediately - if they judge it is safe to do so.

Ukraine has closed its airspace to civilian flights. Wizz Air and Ryanair, have suspended all flights to the country. (BBC)

Pakistan-American man sentenced to death for beheading a diplomat’s daughter A PAKISTAN man has been found guilty of murdering the daughter of a distinguished diplomat in a brutal beheading case that sparked renewed calls for better protection of domestic violence victims.

An Islamabad judge sentenced Zahir Jaffer to death Thursday for killing Noor Mukadam, 27, last July at Jaffer’s family home in an affluent neighborhood in the country’s capital.

Jaffer, the 30-year-old son of an influential family and a dual Pakistan-US national, was arrested at the scene of the attack and later charged with premeditated murder, rape, abduction and confinement.

He pleaded not guilty to all charges.

Mukadam’s father, Shaukat Mukadam, welcomed the verdict.

“This case is for all the daughters of Pakistan,” he told reporters.

“The society and media came to our side, the entire nation and the world was on our side.”

VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN Pakistan has a poor record when

it comes to protecting women and girls, but Noor Mukadam’s death sent shockwaves through the country because of Jaffer’s family background and the brutal nature of the crime.

Pakistan does not have a nationwide law criminalizing domestic violence, leaving many women and girls vulnerable to assault.

Often, violence occurs within marriage and goes unreported, because it is considered a cultural norm in Pakistan’s patriarchal society, according to a World Health Organization review of literature on domestic violence in Pakistan from 2008 to 2018.

Around 28% of women between the ages of 15 and 49 have experienced physical violence since the age of 15, Pakistan’s Ministry of Human Rights said, citing the country’s Demographic and Health Survey from 20172018.

Activists used Mukadam’s death to renew calls for the country’s Parliament to pass legislation that

would fine or imprison offenders for abusing women, children or vulnerable people.

The Pakistan Domestic Violence (Prevention and Protection) Bill was proposed in 2020. If passed, it would only apply to the Islamabad Capital Territory, but activists believe it would encourage other provinces to pass similar legislation as the capital is controlled by the country’s ruling party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf.

The bill was passed in the lower house of the country’s Parliament in April last year, but was subsequently held up by the Senate, Parliament’s upper house, after opposition members succeeded by one vote to refer the bill to the Senate Committee on Human Rights for further review.

It was ultimately passed by the Senate last June and progressed to the next step, presidential assent, for final approval.

However, in early July, the adviser to the prime minister on parliamentary affairs, Babar Awan, wrote a letter to the speaker of

Noor Mukadam died on June 20 at the home of a wealthy family in Islamabad.

Parliament, seeking a review of the bill by the all-male member Council of Islamic Ideology -- the constitutional body that advises the legislature on whether or not a certain law is repugnant to Islam.

But the council has been criticized for holding archaic views rooted in patriarchy. In 2016, it proposed its own bill to allow men to “lightly beat” their wives.

Activists fear the conservative council will use its influence on the legislation to kill the bill, sending a message that violence against women in their own homes is allowed, or even condoned.

The Islamic Council told CNN on Tuesday that they still waiting on the government to work with them and move the process forward. (CNN)

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The Queen is continuing with light duties.

Queen postpones more engagements after Covid test THE Queen has postponed engagements for the second time in a week following her positive Covid test.

Buckingham Palace said the monarch, who tested positive for the virus on Sunday, would continue with “light duties”.

Thursday’s virtual audiences will now take place at a later date, it added.

The Queen, 95, also cancelled virtual engagements on Tuesday, but she did have her telephone audience with the prime minister on Wednesday.

A Buckingham Palace spokesman said: “The two virtual audiences that had previously been scheduled to take place today will now be rescheduled for a later date.

“Her Majesty is continuing with light duties. No other engagements are scheduled for this week.”

While on light duties it is likely the Queen will be reading documents from UK government

ministers and Commonwealth representatives sent to her every day, approving and signing them where necessary.

In a statement announcing the Queen’s positive test on the weekend, the palace said the monarch was experiencing “mild cold-like symptoms”.

It is understood a number of people tested positive at Windsor Castle, where the Queen resides.

The Queen still has a run of engagements scheduled in the next few weeks.

Next Wednesday, 2 March, she is due to host a reception for diplomats at Windsor. The Queen is also due to attend the Commonwealth Service at Westminster Abbey on 14 March, and a memorial service for the Duke of Edinburgh on 29 March.

The Queen, who will be 96 in April, had her first vaccine in January 2021 and is believed to be triple-vaccinated.

Migrants tried to get through barriers surrounding the immigration centre.

Migrants clash with police in Mexico border town MORE than 20 people have been injured in clashes between migrants and police in the town of Tapachula, on Mexico’s southern border, officials say.

Mexico’s National Migration Institute (INM) said about 100 migrants, mainly from Cuba, Haiti and countries in Africa, joined in “violent protests”.

The INM said the migrants were trying to jump the queue for permits to allow them to continue their journey north.

Every year, hundreds of thousands of people cross Mexico headed to the US. Migrants threw stones and sticks

at members of the National Guard and scuffles broke out between the two sides.

Rights activist Irineo Mujica told Reuters news agency that the migrants were “desperate” after waiting for months to be given an appointment with Mexico’s immigration authorities.

Most have been sleeping rough by the roadside and are relying on handouts to feed themselves.

While many want to reach the United States and are waiting for papers that will allow them to cross the country without being detained, others are applying for refugee or asylum status to be able

to stay in Mexico.

Official data suggests that the number of people requesting refuge or asylum in Mexico almost doubled between 2019 and 2021, overwhelming the authorities.

The immigration centre in Tapachula - the biggest in Mexico - has become one of the main bottlenecks on migrants’ journeys and the United Nations refugee agency has urged the authorities to do more to clear the backlog.

Last week, a group of migrants in the town sewed their mouths shut in protest at the slow pace at which their requests are being processed. (BBC)

Breonna Taylor: Officer was reckless during deadly raid, prosecutors say A JURY is deciding whether a former detective showed “extreme indifference to human life” during the raid that led to the death of Breonna Taylor.

Brett Hankinson allegedly fired 10 shots blindly into a neighbour’s flat in the melee that followed a “no-knock” search of the black woman’s Kentucky home.

He is now standing trial on three charges of endangerment.

Ms Taylor’s death sparked racial injustice rallies across America.

Officers had forced their way into the 26-year old paramedic’s Louisville home during a narcotics raid using the “no-knock” warrant - which meant they did not have to announce themselves.

Her boyfriend shot and wounded one of the officers. In response, officers fired 32 shots, six of which struck Ms Taylor.

Prosecutors allege that in the raid some of the shots fired by

Hankinson entered a neighbouring flat, endangering three people inside: Cody Etherson, his pregnant wife Chelsey Napper and their five-year-old son.

“This is not a case to decide who is responsible for the death of Breonna Taylor,” Kentucky assistant attorney general Barbara Maines Whaley said during her opening remarks on Wednesday, but more whether Hankinson had showed “extreme indifference to human life” during the raid.

But Hankinson’s team sought to portray him as an experienced officer who was facing a confusing situation. Defence attorney Steve Matthews described it as a scene of “total chaos”.

At the trial, Mr Etherson said he believed the raid was “reckless” and described a chaotic scene with bullets shredding through a wall his apartment shared with Ms

Prosecutors say former detective Brett Hankinson fired 10 shots during the raid that killed Breonna Taylor.

Taylor’s, covering him in debris and only narrowly missing him and his son.

He said he woke that March

night to a “boom”, then heard several shots and felt debris falling on him.

When his glass patio door

shattered, Mr Etherton said he went to see what was happening - but was faced with officers pointing guns at him.

The case, in Jefferson County Circuit Court, is expected to take about two weeks.

It is the only trial stemming from the death of Ms Taylor. In 2020, her family sued Louisville police and reached a $12m (£8.8m) settlement.

A grand jury cleared the two white officers who actually shot Taylor but charged Hankison for endangering neighbours in the adjacent apartment.

He has pleaded not guilty but if convicted could face up to five years in prison.

Ms Taylor’s death, along with that of George Floyd in Minneapolis, sparked nationwide protests against police brutality and racism against black Americans.

(BBC)

24 CLASSIFIEDS M & D TRUCKING AND WATER DELIVERY FIVE CAYS

LABOURER

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS WILMER CHERRY FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

$6.50 PER HR

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.

Applications deadline March 3rd 2022.

CONTACT: 649-347-6850 BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD

Duties: Assist with water deliveries, keep trucks clean and keep business areas clean and free of debris and trash in accordance to standard sanitary guidelines and procedures.

Must be willing to work 6 days a week including weekends and holidays

INTERESTED APPLICANT CAN EMAIL RESUMES TO: CARE@TCIWAY.TC OR CALL: 347-3465 BELONGERS ONLY APPLY THIS POSTION IS FOR A TRANSFER OF WORK PERMIT

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29012

RETREAT TURKS AND CAICOS

EVENTS FLORAL MANAGER PERMANENT, FULL TIME

COX MANAGEMENT COMPANY LTD Five Cays Plaza- 941-3650 Seeks to employ the following positions:

COOK X 1

DUTIES: Prepare healthy and tasty meals for our guests using fresh local ingredients must keep kitchen area and cooking equipment clean according to standard sanitary guidelines and procedures. Salary will be determined by experience and qualifications.

ACCOUNTS BILLING COORDINATOR

Responsible for issuing invoices, credit note and ensure accuracy, completeness, and aligned with company policy.

Reconcile revenue, accounts receivable, deposit and other related documents. Ensure that appropriate supporting documents are verify and well-kept for audit trail. Must have a strong accounting background and be proficient in computer skills, MS Office, Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Salary will be determined by experience and qualifications.

All applicants must be willing to work 6 days a week, weekends and holidays.

Salary 22,000 – 25,000 per year THESE POSITIONS ARE FOR RENEWAL AND NEW WORK PERMITS APPLICATIONS. PLEASE DROP OFF APPLICATIONS TO 30 FIVE CAYS ROAD OR SEND RESUME TO EMAIL BRYANT@BACTCI.COM BELONGER ONLY APPLY

Retreat is seeking a highly-experienced floral director who will independently lead event design, creative direction, and manage all aspects of business operations for their concept studio. This is a senior position for an experienced professional with a robust background in floral design and 5+ years of successfully running a business on their own. Considered individuals should be competent in all design and operational aspects of running a flower studio including but not limited to; design, sourcing and ordering, importing, pricing and budgeting, sales, creating proposals and contracts, client acquisitions, inventory and accounting duties. The position requires someone with strong business acumen, critical thinking abilities, and an entrepreneurial drive that exercises creative and resourceful decision making to affect business in impactful ways and ensure the studio operates in the best interest of the company while maximizing potential.

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COX MANAGEMENT COMPANY LTD Five Cays Plaza- 941-3650 Seeks to employ the following positions:

RESPONSIBILITIES: ● Managing multiple strategic and operational business functions of an events studio. ● Overseeing regulated article and phytosanitary permits for the importation and shipment of live organics. ● Procure new client account/project acquisitions. ● Development and supervision of project-specific proposals, contract negotiations, and budget projection spreadsheets. ● Producing design presentations and sketch-ups using creative softwares. ● Designing high-level florals and event installations. ● Scheduling and executing of weekly standing design orders & exhibitions. ● Overseeing invoicing, financial statements, pro-forma reports and other accounting. ● Travel overseas as required to meet with clients, visit trade shows, and research suppliers.

HVAC TECHNICIANS X 8

• Duties includes: assist and support personnel in the day-to-day operations, plan implement and control a production schedule for HVAC projects.

• Applications must have relevant professional qualifications and certification in HVAC Technician Certification, Mitsubishi City Multi & Lennox VRF and Daikin VRV Certified.

• Salary based on experiences and qualification ranges between $22,000 – 35,000 per annum

HVAC DUCT FABRICATOR / INSTALLER X 4

• Duties includes Fabricate, assemble, install, and repair duct work products and equipment such as ducts, includes sheet metal and fiber glass duct installers who install prefabricated ducts used for HVAC. • Applicants must have a minimum of 5 years work experience and have HVAC Duct Fabricator Certification.

• Salary based on experience and professional qualification range between $21,000 to $28,000 per annum

REQUIREMENTS: Diploma in relevant Events Planning and/or Business studies. Completion of a Floristry certificate with 8+ years lead design experience. Design portfolio. Ability to demonstrate expertise in the modern trends of floral design. Proficient in wholesale flower trade and computer software including; Holex, IFD, Excel, Quickbooks, Adobe inDesign. Must hold a valid driver’s license and speak fluent English. Experience in international events an asset.

LABOURER X 3

Duties: Will perform a variety of basic technical and menial job tasks relating to assisting in the service and repair of all heating and air conditioning systems.

Salary rate between $6.50 $8.50 per hr.

MAINTENANCE MAN

TCI Islanders who meet the requirements should email their CV and design portfolio to lauramensen@gmail.com. Applicants are also encouraged to send a copy of their application to the Department of Labour and Employment Services. Annual salary starting at $43,000 based on experience.

Duties includes: Performing basic renovation tasks including painting and filling crevices, clean facilities and managing maintenance repairs. Salary rate $7.50 to $8.50 per hr.

All applicants must be willing to work 6 days a week, weekends and holidays.

Closing date for application is February 28th, 2022.

RETREAT STUDIO UNIT 215 GRACE BAY COURT, GRACE BAY RD. PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS TELEPHONE: (649) 231-2485

February 26 - March 4, 2022

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THESE POSITIONS ARE FOR RENEWAL AND NEW WORK PERMITS APPLICATIONS. PLEASE DROP OFF APPLICATIONS TO 30 FIVE CAYS ROAD OR SEND RESUME TO BRYANT@BACTCI.COM BELONGERS ONLY APPLY DEADLINE TO RECEIVE APPLICATIONS FEBRUARY 28TH 2022

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February 26 - March 4, 2022

DERRY K. HANDFIELD Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

EASYWAY EMPLOYMENT SERVICES Acting on behalf of

HANS MARCUS MALKMUS

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: 649-431-4371

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29011

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21 Forbes Road 442-6731 LIVE IN NANNY $1100 Monthly (New) Caring for two newborn twins, bathing & prepare their meals, change diapers, wash their clothes, monitor them, etc.

Applicant must live on property.

GLAMOUR GIRLS

Leeward Hwy. Next to Flower Girls 342-0052 HAIR STYLIST $300 weekly (Renewal) Braiding hair, shampooing, cutting and styling hair, etc.

COSMETOLOGY $9.00 hourly Braiding hair, shampooing, cutting and styling hair, etc. (New)

IDEAL RESTAURANT

Acting on behalf of MEP Solutions TCI Ltd. Building #999, Leeward Highway

24 Black Crow Road, Kew Town Is seeking to employ a

SOLAR PROGRAMMER

• Co-ordinate daily administrative and operational solar programming activities • Manage and monitor equipment procurement, material and supplies.

• Daily servicing.

• Must have 5 year experience in field.

• $12.00 hourly

PLUMBER

• Laying pipes for installation of kitchen sinks, bathroom toilets, tubs and vanity etc.

• Work Permit Renewal

South Dock Road, Across Tropical Shipping - 344-7751 COOK $400 WEEKLY (New) Setting up workstation, preparing ingredients, prepare food for the restaurant, etc.

BELONGER ARE ENCOURAGE TO APPLY. THESE POSITION ARE NEW OR HELD BY WORK PERMIT HOLDER

BEVERLY GERVIS

P AND D EMPLOYMENT

29015

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

CONTACT: 341-3680

CONTACT: 946-5907 BELONGERS ARE TO APPLY TO THE LABOUR BOARD

MAINTENANCE

29013

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28988

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PO Box 329, Graceway, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, British West Indies Tel 649 333 5638 Email: info@provoprimary.com

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

BUSINESS STUDIES/COMPUTER SCIENCE TEACHER

IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

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.

IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

You will be required to teach Business Studies and Computer Science up to IGCSE level. Applicants must hold a Teaching Degree or similar teaching qualification. You must have five years’ experience working within a British National Curriculum School. Salary range is commensurate with experience, from $40,000 – $43,000 per annum (based on 40 hours per week). This is a new position.

CLASS TEACHER Your responsibilities will include caring for, planning for and teaching a class of primary school age children. Applicants must hold a Teaching Degree in Primary Education or similar teaching qualification. You must have at least two years’ experience working within a British National Curriculum School.

Salary range is commensurate with experience, posts of responsibility and qualifications, from $36,000 - $43,000 per annum (based on 40 hours per week). This position is currently held by a work permit holder.

JANITOR/PAINTER/GARDENER

COURT REPORTER

You will be responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the school facilities, both inside and out. Duties will include general maintenance and simple repairs, painting and gardening. You will also be required to open and close the school on a daily basis.

ADVERTISING SPACE SALES PERSON

Applicants must be physically fit, hardworking, dependable and trustworthy and be able to provide excellent references (including a police check).

A good working knowledge of English is essential. Previous experience working in a school would be beneficial. You should be willing to work outside of normal working hours.

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.

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

Salary Range: $14,560 - $18,720 This position is currently held by a work permit holder.

WE INVITE PROSPECTIVE APPLICANTS WHO ARE TURKS ISLANDERS TO SEND COPIES OF THEIR APPLICATIONS TO PROVIDENCIALES PRIMARY & MIDDLE SCHOOL AND TO THE IMMIGRATION BOARD. PLEASE SEND A FULL RESUME, LETTER OF APPLICATION, CERTIFICATES AND POLICE CHECK, TOGETHER WITH THE NAMES AND PHONE NUMBERS OF TWO REFEREES, TO INFO@PROVOPRIMARY.COM. The closing date for applications is February 28th, 2022

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26 CLASSIFIEDS ADAMS & ELIS SECRETARY OFFICE & SERVICES #4 Residence, Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

2 JUNIOR FRONT DESK ASSISTANTS Welcome clients, answers phone calls and company emails. Process client-billing statements and payments.Perform miscellaneous clerical duties.

Resolve customer complaints.

Transfer calls to relevant staff/ departments. $9.00 Hourly

2 CLEANERS

Stocking and supplying designated facility areas, dusting, sweeping, mopping, restroom cleaning etc. $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 345-1973

Belongers only apply 28965

CAICOS VARIETY STORE Five Cays, Walkin Plaza, Unit #15 Is seeking to employ a

MAINTENANCE WORKER

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

RECEIVING CLERK Must be proficient in logistics, keep records and help with inventory control, assist with sales in store. $7.50 hourly

ALL STARS BAR & RESTAURANT

CHARLIES VARIETY STORE

SOUS CHEF

SALES CLERK

Unit #6 Grant’s Gas Station, Down Town Town Is seeking to employ a

Responsible for planning and directing food preparation in kitchens. $10.00 hourly

BAKER Measure and mix ingredients, bake and decorate items, and ensure that all raw and finished goods adhere to quality and food safety standards. $10.00 hourly

#27 Aviation Road, Providenciales, TCI Is seeking to employ a

Sales Clerk, Customer Services.

Salary: $10.00 hourly

CONTACT: 344-0775

CONTACT: 1-649-232-0004

Belongers are to apply to the Labour Board 28936

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28960

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28947

FALCON SECURITY SERVICES

CONTACT: 331-4416

Dock Yard, Kew Town Is seeking to employ a

Five Cays, South Dock Is seeking to employ a

DYPCO

ESTEL PLUMBING LTD. The Bight, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

Caicos Café Plaza, Grace Bay Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

PLUMBER

2 SECURITY OFFICERS

CLEVINSON LIGHTBOURNE

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: 241-8917

Answering calls and messages.

Assist management in paper works.

Salary: $1500.00 Monthly CONTACT: DYPCOLIMITED@GMAIL.COM

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28973

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28944

FIRST SOURCE EMPLOYMENT AND RECRUITMENT AGENCY

FLEURIDOR MOTORS LTD.

on the behalf of its Client Dee's Delight Grace Bay Plaza, Grace Bay Road Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

1 STORE CLERK

Main duties: welcoming customers to the store, answering questions about products and using a cash register to process purchases.

Wage: $6.25 per hour CONTACT DEANNA GARDINER DEEJOSHIE_78@HOTMAIL.COM / 1649-245-6060 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to Labour Board 28974

KAMELA RIGBY Blue Hills, Back Road 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: $300.00 Weekly

CONTACT: 244-2882

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28950

February 26 - March 4, 2022

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

Salary: $10.00 Hourly

Secures premises and personnel by patrolling property; monitoring surveillance equipment; inspecting buildings, equipment, and access points; permitting entry.

Obtains help by sounding alarms.

Salary: $8-10 Hourly

Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

1 PAINTER Applicant must be honest, reliable, and always willing to work.

Painting on all jobs.

Salary: $8.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 243-7147

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28939

EASY SHOP

ET CONSTRUCTION

MAID

CLEANER

Five Cays #28 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

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

Salary: $6.25 Hourly Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28971

JEANNE MARIE TALBOT

JEAN’S PLUMBING

JOHN PHILLIPS

KAHALIA RHOSIDA CAPRON

2 PLUMBERS

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

Salary: $6.50 Hourly

Installs pipes and fixtures, such as sinks and toilets, for water, gas, steam, air, or other liquids.

Installs supports for pipes, equipment, etc.

Salary: $8.00 Hourly

Claymore Corporate Suite C-12, Market Place 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: 331-0296

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28954

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28963

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28956

CONTACT: 241-9020

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28937

L & A TOURIST SHOPPING TRADE

L & D VARIETY STORE

LA CREOLE TAKE OUT

LUCIENNE FREDERIC ADAMS

2 LABOURERS

MAINTENANCE MAN

2 CLEANERS

CONTACT: 242-8751

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28964

Five Cays Road Is seeking to employ a

CONTACT: 1-649-344-2634

CLEANER

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

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 443-3104

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28951

CONTACT: 348-2463

MECHANIC

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

GARDENER

Soil cultivation, digging, and forking, mulching, watering, raking, weeding, edging, pruning, seed sowing, bed preparation and planting.

Salary: $7.00 Hourly

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28970

Kew Town Is seeking to employ a

Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

Glass Shack 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. 28961

Blue Hills, Road Behind, 7IM Market Is seeking to employ a

CONTACT: 241-7341

CLAUDETT ANNETTE GIBSON

CONTACT: 341-1411 OR FALCONSSTCI@GMAIL.COM Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28981

CONTACT: 343-1087

Five Cays Road Is seeking to employ a

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

Salary: $8.50 Hourly

C & C PAINTER

CONTACT: 241-0531

51 Lower Bight Is seeking to employ a

Fix and maintain mechanical equipment, buildings, and machines.

Tasks include plumbing work, painting, flooring repair and upkeep, electrical repairs, heating, and air conditioning system.

Salary: $300.00 Weekly

CONTACT: 941-3063

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28958

Back Road, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

COOK

DOMESTIC WORKER

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: $10.00 Hourly

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

Salary: $7.60 Hourly

CONTACT: 345-9515

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28966

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28953

CONTACT: 242-8751

Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

BABYSITTER

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

Salary: $6.50 Hourly

CONTACT: 347-5142

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28962

MANIE’S PROFESSIONAL / FREEDOM ELECTRICAL SERVICES South Dock Road Is seeking to employ a

ELECTRICIAN Install and maintain wiring, control, and lighting systems. Inspect transformers and circuit breakers. Identify electrical problems with a variety of testing devices.

Salary: $300.00 Weekly

CONTACT: 344-1530

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28946

February 26 - March 4, 2022

MAC MOTORS LTD.

ECO CONSTRUCTION | TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS

1089 Leeward Highway, Providenciales TCI Is seeking to employ a

DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT SUPERVISOR

MECHANIC’S ASSISTANT

Assist Mechanic in maintaining vehicle functional condition by listening to mechanic’s instructions; conduct inspections; repair engine failures; repair mechanical and electrical systems malfunctions; and replace parts and components according to manufacturer standards

Must hold a valid driver license with a clean, insurable, driving record; must be able to drive manual and automatic transmissions.

Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs.

Drop your resume off at Mac Motors Ltd. 1089 Leeward Highway, Providenciales TCI or contact us on 649-339-3841 or email at jodell@claymore.tc

REMUNERATION: Basic Wage (Retainer) - $6.25 per hour plus commission.

THIS AD IS FOR WORK PERMIT APPLICATION. HOWEVER, THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO ALL QUALIFIED TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDERS.

DUTIES: • Plan and execute audits in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (ISA) or US GAAS for a wide range of clients.

• Review financial statements and accounting records to ensure they are in compliance with (IFRS), (IFRS for SMEs) or US GAAP. • Identify and communicate auditing and technical matters to senior team members and the client.

• Examine and report on the design and implementation of internal controls within the organisation.

Acting on behalf of

SQUEAKY CLEANING Long Bay - 245-0035 CLEANER - $10.00 Hourly Stocking and supplying designated facility areas, dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, restroom cleaning etc.

28932

MENEIDE MARC

28949

MARK GARLAND

#8 Blue Hills by African Shop Is seeking to employ a

Overback, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

CLEANER

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

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 343-1402

BELONGERS ONLY APPLY. 29008

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28989

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this positio 29007

SAMMY’S SEAFOOD RESTAURANT

BETTY’S UNISEX SALON

GOOD TASTE

LIFE CHANGING VARIETY STORE LTD. Airport Road - 347-3520 REFRIGERATOR TECHNICIAN - $10.00 Hourly. Fix refrigerators

Jorielle Park, Granny Hill Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

Betty’s Plaza, Kew Town Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

KITCHEN HELPER

BARBER

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

Pay: $ 6.25 per hour

Shampooing if needed before cutting, Clean and sterilize scissors, combs, clippers and other ins. Cutting & Trimming. Shape Eyebrows Trimming beards or giving shaving Instruments. Salary starts at $6.25 per hour.

CONTACT: 242-0952

Renewal application, Belonger will be given 28985 first preference

CONTACT: 245-9352

Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

COOK

CONTACT: 342-1055 Renewal, Belonger will be given first preference.

28986

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: $6.50 Hourly

CONTACT: 246-5189

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28999

PLEASE SEND RESUMES TO INFO@ECOCONSTRUCTION.TC. SALARY COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE. RENEWAL. BELONGERS ONLY APPLY

28941

Applicants must have knowledge of finance, accounting, cash flow projection and proficient in using POS systems for landscape, chemical and fertilization inventory. Ability to analyze financial data and prepare automated financial reports, statements and projections.

Work requires professional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills to deal with customers and suppliers. Salary is approximately $1000/week and willing to work long hours, weekends and holidays if needed. Preference will be given to applicants who have completed a Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy, Finance or Business Administration. Excellent reference from previous employers is a must.

SALARY RANGE: $40,000 - $50,000 per annum APPLY TO CONTACT@TC.GT.COM OR TELEFAX: 649-946-4892, NO LATER THAN FEBRUARY 25, 2022 PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS

REQUIREMENTS • RIBA or AIA Masters degree in Architecture or Project Management Certified (PMP / PMI-ACP) • 5+ years working in development, in a senior management role • Proficient in CoConstruct / Buildertrend / Excel / AutoCAD / REVIT

NURSERY MANAGER

SKILLS REQUIRED: Qualified ACA, ACCA, CPA or ACMA

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

CORINE BELLVUE Five Cays - 343-7536 LABOURER - $7.00 Hourly Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, and door frames.

ROLE TO INCLUDE • Managing all facets of development (budget, schedule, procurement, quality & risk) for projects including planning, design, & construction • Lead project design team providing project guidance and direction to achieve project goals • Prepare master-planning and feasibility studies for new development sites, locally / internationally • Supervise financial administration, cash-flow, pro-formas, P&L • Manage detailed design and advanced technical drawings • Reports status and variances. Creates action plans to meet objectives, budget and schedule

AUDIT SENIOR

THESE POSITIONS ARE CURRENTLY HELD BY WORK PERMIT HOLDERS, TURKS & CAICOS NATIONALS ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

NATASHA’S CONSULTANCY

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INTERESTED APPLICANTS INCLUDING ISLANDERS/BELONGERS CAN SEND APPLICATIONS TO SERVICES BY EA BY 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.

MARCIAN EDWARD STURRUP

JEAN ASTWOOD

Over Back, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

Palm Grove, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

DOMESTIC WORKER

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

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: 242-7446

28894

JE&V CONSTRUCTION Archie Morley Yard Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

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

Salary: $7.75 Hourly

CONTACT: 347-3018

CONTACT: 242-1076

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29002

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29009

GLORY GROCERY STORE & SALON

GARRY TELUSMA

D’JUDITH BEAUTY SALON

CASHIER

CLEANER

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29003

Millennium Highway Is seeking to employ a

Greets customers, receive payment by cash, checks and credit cards, Issue receipts, and change due to customers. Count money in cash drawers to ensure that amounts are correct and that there is adequate change.

Salary: $8.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 345-5113

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29010

Location: Five Cays, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

Duties include (Cleaning house, preparing family meals, and laundry) Salary - $6.25 an Hour - Mon-Friday

CONTACT : 345-9921

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work Permit holder currently holds this position 28987

Alice & Alice Plaza, Airport Road Is seeking to employ a

NAIL TECHNICIAN

Manicures, artificial nails, gel nails, hand massages, nail fills, nail repair, nail polishing and pedicures. $6.25 hourly

COSMETOLOGIST

Shampooing, cutting, coloring, and styling hair, and massaging and treating scalp. Makeup, dress wigs, perform hair removal, nail and skin care services. $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 342-7373/346-4701 Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board Work Permit Renewal

28990

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SRF CONSTRUCTION

KVANAR LTD

#29 Miracle Circle, The Bight & Juba Sound. Is seeking to employ a

is seeking an

ENGINEER

MASON

POSITION OVERVIEW The position is key to productivity and thus profitability. This role also requires significant experience working on and managing construction sites and personnel.

The prospective person must be a leader with a high level of initiative and the ability to deal with a variety of personalities. They must be a problem solver who can effectively communicate solutions to crew leaders and tradespeople. This position requires high levels of organization and attention to detail.

They will need to ensure that contractors complete their work according to time and budget expectations and meet all milestones. They must be able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Monitor progress, oversee delivery of materials and carry out safety checks and sort out any problems which could hold up work as they arise. They will always keep in close contact with team members.

While the specific duties can vary greatly from day to day, they tend to have several core responsibilities.

SCHEDULE AND BUDGET • Responsible for ensuring the project is completed on time and within budget.

• Core duties include directing and overseeing the activities and schedule of a range of contractors and subcontractors.

• Set contractor schedules and delivery dates for certain elements of ongoing construction projects. This can involve determining the order in which contractors work on a series of projects, ensuring that they have available materials, and making sure contractors do not cause one another delays due to conflicting project elements.

• Planning and supervising field staff, including determining a logistics plan, staffing levels, material quantities, equipment, temporary power sources, work schedule and documenting actual hours worked.

COORDINATION AND PROBLEM SOLVING • Responsible for establishing a team concept among all trades on site.

• Maintaining liaison with designers, subcontractors, estimators and tradespeople to ensure that work complies with drawings, specifications and schedule.

• Resolving problems involving coordination and productivity.

• Identifying opportunities to save by reducing wasteful practices and increasing efficiency.

• Lead and ensure all work groups are properly guided in assembling and controlling the required resources (manpower, equipment, materials and tools required) to start and sustain the work efficiency and productivity until the completion of the project.

PAPERWORK AND DOCUMENTATION • Completing daily reports describing the activities completed, critical conversations and issues, weather conditions, etc.

• Issuance of CVIs and RFIs and maintaining a record of the same.

• Ensure the weekly reporting of plans, photos, daily diaries, timesheets, subcontract agreement assessments, plant reports, purchase reports, expenses and other applicable progress reports • Help coordinate and write site reports, review and mark up drawings, and other necessary documents, including as built drawings and the formation of the Operational and Maintenance Manuals for hand over to the client.

• Ensure that current and up to date information is being used to execute the works and, therefore, strong document control skills are a must.

SAFETY • Play a vital role in maintaining jobsite safety. This includes enforcing standards and making multiple daily site walks to ensure that contractors and crews are following proper safety protocols.

• Work to minimize risk, resolve violations and potential hazards, and prepare incident reports in case of an accident or injury.

• Responsible for documenting and ensuring that prevention and corrective measures are implemented when there are safety concerns.

Salary $84,000 per annum, plus company Cell Phone. Annual Bonus Scheme Offered based upon Employee and Company Performance.

PLEASE EMAIL RESUMÉ 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).

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 LABOR BOARD & IMMIGRATION BOARD FOR CONSIDERATION.

28996

STEPHENSON WALKIN BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

MAINTENANCE WORKER

• Repairs, maintains and alters buildings, retaining walls and other brick or stone edifices.

Mixes mortar; lays bricks and stones or concrete • Must be willing to work 5 days a week Salary: $9 per hour

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

CONTACT: 247-9445

CONTACT: 246-5189

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28995

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 28998

RIGBY BUILDERS 241-9541 Tana Road, Five Cays

4 CONSTRUCTION LABOURERS TILE SETTERS

$6.25 per hr clean sites, tools, clean yard, vehicle Lay tiles, cutting etc.

MODERN DAY CONSTRUCTION

241-4108 9 MoonStone Rd, Providenciales

2 DRYWALL INSTALLERS Starting salary $8.00-10 hr Install wallboards etc

KIMBELEE MISSICK 231-4234 South Dock Road.

DOMESTIC WORKER $6.25 per hour General house chores

Positions Currently held by work permit holders Belongers may apply with Labour Department. 28982

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BIG BLUE COLLECTIVE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES IN THE SCUBA DIVING/WATERSPORTS INDUSTRY #2 Marina Street, Leeward Marina, Providenciales

Big Blue is looking for Turks and Caicos Islanders with outgoing personalities and physical coordination to join a team of knowledgeable and experienced guides to conduct educational and environmentally conscious eco-tours and boat charters throughout the Caicos Islands.

SCUBA DIVING INSTRUCTORS Seeking qualified PADI Dive Instructors to conduct dive courses and tours. Applicants must have a minimum 2 years teaching experience and experience with high end vessels and clientele a must. Preference will be given to Turks Islanders and those with professional boating experience or hold a TCI Captain’s license. Other duties include conducting snorkel tours, paddle eco tours and dive equipment maintenance. The work schedule is varied and provides up to 6-days work per week, must be willing to work weekends and holidays.

Current positions held by work permit holders and new positions available.

Salary range: $110 to $150 per day plus gratuities and service charge.

Applicants should apply to the email address below.

KITE INSTRUCTORS Seeking qualified IKO kite instructors to teach kite courses with minimum 2 years teaching experience. Preference will be given to Turks Islanders and those with extended teaching experience. Other duties include assisting with sales and conducting kite tours and other watersports activities offered by the company. The work schedule is varied and provides up to 6-days work per week. Must be willing to work long days in the sun, weekends and holidays.

New positions open. Salary range: 25-30% of course fee (course rate $175 per hour) plus gratuities. Applicants should apply to the email address below.

The position is not currently held. Turks Islanders are preferred. Average monthly salary $3000

Candidates should apply via email to careers@bigbluecollective. com before the 5th of March 2022, include a resume and a cover letter with a brief description of why they believe they are a suitable candidate to work in the eco-tourism / watersports industry.

Applicants should send a copy to the Commissioner of Labour.

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TRAVIS NATHANIEL PARKER

BUTTERFIELD GOLD GROUP OF COMPANIES P O S I T I O N S

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BUTTERFIELD GOLD

ONE (1) PAINTER • Minimum of three (3) years experience as a painter • Prepare walls and other surfaces for painting by scraping, using sandpaper, removing old paint, etc.

• Fill cracks and holes with appropriate material (e.g., plaster) • Mix paint and other materials to prepare the right color or texture • Paint surfaces according to instructions with various tools • Apply varnish and different finishes.

• Any other assigned duty

TURQUOISE LANDSCAPING LTD.

Back Salina, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

#8 LEEWARD DRIVE, LONG BAY, PROVIDENCIALES

LABOURER

3 GARDENERS & 1 LABOURER • Must have previous gardening experience and be familiar with landscaping equipment such as lawn mowers, trimmers etc.

• Must be willing to carry out work such as heavy lifting, digging, weeding, trimming and plant waste removal • Must be willing to work weekends and holidays • Must have a clean police record and provide employers references on request • Pay - $6.50 - $7.00/hr. depending on experience

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: 232-2549

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 29001

CONTACT: 649-332-4280 OR EMAIL: TURQUOISELANDSCAPING@ TCIWAY.TC TO ARRANGE AN INTERVIEW

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. These positions are for work permit renewals

28991

WARD’S CONSULTANCY

VACANCIES

Wages: from $8.50 per hour.

Work permit holder position

Acting on behalf

Acting On Behalf Of Our Client:

DESBOURNE YOUNG

BABYSITTER

Gold Brokerage & Courier Services ONE (1) BROKER/CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE

LABOURER - 6.25P/H

Cleaning and preparing a job site

LABOURER

Wages: commensurate with experience.

Belonger's position

MECHANIC

$6.25 Hourly Clean yard, cut trees.

516 North Side, Provo Tel: 649-242-4617

$400.00 weekly Perform thorough maintenance on machinery & equipment

THE CHICKEN SHACK KITCHEN HELPER

$ 6.25 Hourly Clean pots, clean meats, assist chef, etc.

576 Blue Hills Only Belonger Apply & Renewal work permit

29000

BELONGER ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD. THESE POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY WORK PERMIT HOLDER

29006

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: $8.00 hourly CONTACT: 348-4292 BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD

29884

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FUEL SERVICES

ONE (1) GAS ATTENDANT

P O S I T I O N AVA I L A B L E :

Good oral and written skills, no experience necessary.

Knowledge of basic mechanical skills would be an asset.

Knowledge to maintain gas pump machines would be an asset.

Prepare reports and cashiering

MECHANIC

Wages $7.50 per hour Work permit holder position Only Belongers apply for these positions. Application forms are available from Butterfield Gold Human Resource Department.

Only applicants selected for an interview will be notified.

Submit applications to by February 25, 2022 to:

Butterfield Gold Ltd., Human Resource Department, Town Center Mall, Providenciales Tel: 649-946-4211 Labour Commissioner, Labour Department Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands 28969

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South Dock RD, Provo tel: 246-5644

DANIEL ST. FLEUR

• Looking for an individual who processes some knowledge in the Brokerage field • Must liaise with customers (Receive and dispense packages, answer queries and respond to complaints) • Generate customer invoices for inbound dutiable items • Assist with the clearing and checking of the manifest for DHL • Process Customs' Entries • Answer phone calls and emails • Process packages - inbound & outbound • Track packages • Input data shipments

• • • •

A & L TRUCKING

$6.25 Hourly Take care of children; protect them from danger, Cook, etc.

Leeward Highway Palm Cl. Tel: 649-345-6562

WENDY BELIZAIRE

• Must be a certified level 2 Jaguar & Land Rover Auto Mechanic with minimum 5 years of experience, with expertise to work on our other Brands • Must be able to perform vehicle diagnostics and updates using SDD, IDS, Chrysler wiTECH, Starscan, DRB III, Tech 2, NGS, and Fiat Examiner Diagnostic equipment • Maintains vehicle functional condition by listening to customers / operator complaints; conduct inspections; repair engine failures; repair mechanical and electrical systems malfunctions; and replace

parts and components according to manufacturer standards • Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs.

• Must hold a valid driver license with a clean, insurable, driving record; must be able to drive manual and automatic transmissions • This Ad is for work permit renewal. However, this position is open to all qualified Turks & Caicos Islanders.

REMUNERATION: BASIC WAGE (RETAINER) - $7.40 PER HOUR PLUS COMMISSION. DROP YOUR RESUME OFF AT MAC MOTORS LTD. 1089 LEEWARD HIGHWAY, PROVIDENCIALES TCI OR CONTACT US ON 649-339-3841 OR EMAIL AT JODELL@CLAYMORE.TC 28931

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Greg and Daley as they pulled into Providenciales last weekend

American rowers pull into Provo on Caribbean sea journey Greg Maud and Daley Ervin, two Americans who have been rowing across the Caribbean for almost a month, landed in the Turks and

Caicos Islands last Sunday to some excitement.

They pulled in at the Harbour Club Villas and Marina last Sunday

around noon.

They rowed a small 24 x 5 feet row boat, and landed in Providenciales from Antigua on

board the vessel.

The initial journey from Antigua was set to be the United States, but they encountered some

weather and diverted briefly to Providenciales - their intention a 1,500 mile journey from Antigua to Miami.

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JOB LISTINGS SERVICES AUTO SALES REAL ESTATE AMOS JOSEPH

Conch Ground Bay, South Caicos, TCI. (649) 348-6525

BOAT MECHANIC

RATE OF PAY: $280.00 PER WEEK DUTIES: diagnose, repair and maintain marine steering and hydraulic systems, engine room equipment and related mechanical systems.

THIS APPLICATION IS FOR A FIRST-TIME WORK PERMIT. BELONGERS WITH THE QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AT THE LABOUR DEPARTMENT, PROVIDENCIALES, OR GRAND TURK, TCI. 29101

BLACK AND CLASSY SALON Granny Hill, Five Cays, Providenciales, TCI (649) 242-0952

TWO BEAUTICIANS RATE OF PAY: $300.00 PER WEEK DUTIES: Curls, cuts and colors hair, make-up application, eye brows tinting, manicure and pedicures.

THESE APPLICATIONS ARE FOR A FIRST-TIME WORK PERMITS. BELONGERS WITH THE QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AT THE LABOUR DEPARTMENT, PROVIDENCIAES, TCI. 29105

GOOD QUALITY STORE

Leeward Highway two buildings from 711 Gift Shop, Providenciales, TCI (649) 348-6525

STORE SUPERVISOR

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KG BARBER SHOP AND VARIETY STORE

RASHAD’ CLEANING

Sam Harvey’s Building, Downtown, Providenciales, TCI (649) 246-6125

Sam Harvey’s Building, Downtown, Providenciales, TCI (649) 246-6125

STORE SUPERVISOR AND A PURCHASING OFFICER

CLEANING SUPERVISOR

RATE OF PAY: $350.00 PER WEEK DUTIES: STORE SUPERVISOR: overseeing cashiers, shelf stockers and other employees, managing finances, keeping records of expenditure, sale figures and employee performances.

PURCHASING OFFICER: monitoring and expediting orders.

Verifies receipt of items by comparing items received to items ordered; resolves shipments in error with suppliers.

RATE OF PAY: $350.00 PER WEEK DUTIES: CLEANING SUPERVISORS: supervise cleaners to carry out their work, inspect the work area cleaned by cleaners, manage work schedule of cleaners and reallocate work to cover absences.

THIS APPLICATION IS FOR A FIRSTTIME WORK PERMIT. BELONGERS WITH THE QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AT THE LABOUR DEPARTMENT, PROVIDENCIALES, TCI. 29100

THESE APPLICATIONS ARE FOR FIRST-TIME WORK PERMITS. BELONGERS WITH THE QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AT THE LABOUR DEPARTMENT, PROVIDENCIALES, TCI.

THESE APPLICATIONS ARE FOR FIRSTTIME WORK PERMITS. BELONGERS WITH THE QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AT THE LABOUR DEPARTMENT, PROVIDENCIALES, TCI. 29097

29 Parade Avenue, Downtown, Providenciales, TCI. (649) 246-4882

TWO CLEANING SUPERVISOR AND TWO CLEANING AND DISPOSABLES SUPERVISORS RATE OF PAY: $350.00 PER WEEK CLEANING SUPERVISORS: supervise cleaners to carry out their work, inspect the work area cleaned by cleaners, manage work schedule of cleaners and reallocate work to cover absences.

Fax: 946-4661

Email: tcnews@tciway.tc

RATE OF PAY: $350.00 PER WEEK DUTIES: overseeing cashiers, shelf stockers and other employees, managing finances, keeping records of expenditure, sale figures and employee performances.

MYRNA-LISA’S DISPOSABLES AND CLEANING SERVICES

DUTIES:

946-4664

CLEANING and DISPOSABLES SUPERVISORS: supervise cleaners to carry out their work, inspect the work area cleaned by cleaners, manage work schedule of cleaners and reallocate work to cover absences, ensure the trash is secured and loaded safely and disposed of properly.

THESE APPLICATIONS ARE FOR A FIRST-TIME WORK PERMITS. BELONGERS WITH THE QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AT THE LABOUR DEPARTMENT, PROVIDENCIALES, TCI.

29099

“S” TIMES FOUR CONSTRUCTION

45 Marby Drive, Juba Sound, Providenciales (649) 341-7375

SECURITY SUPERVISOR

Salary: $400 WEEKLY DUTIES: write and submit security reports, provide security, maintain law and order in area of jurisdiction, monitor staff by patrolling with them, assign work areas for officers to patrol.

THIS APPLICATION IS FOR A FIRST-TIME WORK PERMIT. BELONGERS WITH THE QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AT THE LABOUR DEPARTMENT. 29012

29098

SAMANTHA RETAIL SHOP

SAMMY’S SEAFOOD RESTAURANT Granny Hill, Five Cays, Providenciales, TCI (649) 242-0952

Granny Hill, Five Cays, Providenciales. (649) 242-0952

BUTCHER

Salary: $300.00 WEEKLY

DUTIES:

Cut, grind and prepare meats for sale, clean and maintain tools, equipment, and ensuring displays and signage are accurate and attractive, weigh, package, pricing and displaying products.

THIS APPLICATION IS FOR A FIRSTTIME WORK PERMIT. BELONGERS WITH THE QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AT THE LABOUR DEPARTMENT, PROVIDENCIALES, OR GRAND TURK.

29013

TWO SOUS CHEFS

RATE OF PAY: $330.00 PER WEEK DUTIES: Planning and directing food preparation in the kitchen, supervise the kitchen staff.

THESE APPLICATIONS ARE FOR A FIRST-TIME WORK PERMITS. BELONGERS WITH THE QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AT THE LABOUR DEPARTMENT, PROVIDENCIALES, TCI. 29016

IS URGENTLY LOOKING FOR A

FLORIST GARDENER IS INTERVIEWING FOR:

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

The suitable candidate must have 5 years of experience, have strong English verbal and written communication skills. Have suitable Gardening skills and experience.

Salary commensurate with qualifications & experience according to industry standards.

RESUMES CAN BE EMAILED TO

TLEWIN@PORTSOFCALLRESORT.COM ABARNETT@PORTSOFCALLRESORT.COM 29112

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OSPREY SECURITY SOLUTIONS LTD

SPECIALIST SECURITY AND CLOSE PROTECTION TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICER

The Somerset Strata Management Co Ltd, is seeking a qualified Belonger who possess the listed requirements. Ideal candidates should have luxury resort experience, professional attitude and demeanor and must read and speak English fluently

GARDENER

Salary $3,000 per month

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Complete ground works as directed by the Property Manager which include but not limited to maintaining landscaping, trimming shrubs, spraying, picking up trash, upkeep of sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, cleaning dumpster areas and drainage, cleaning recycling water cistern and lift stations • Must have knowledge of maintaining and repairing irrigation system and storm drainage • Must have the ability to lift heavy items weighing up to 150lbs

LABOURER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Cleaning and repairing sewage lift stations • Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs on plumbing and AC systems • Paint and repair drywalls and exterior walls stucco along with performing routine maintenance jobs and repairs around the property • Must have the ability to lift heavy items weighing up to 150lbs

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be a team player with a desire to deliver excellent customer service to our guests Must have clear English communications skills (written or oral) Previous experience in this area would be an asset Salary for this position will commensurate with qualifications and experience Qualified Belonger candidates are requested to submit a CV by e-mail to:

Osprey Security Solutions Ltd. invite applications for this role which requires significant experience supported by strong formal qualifications in Police Tactical and Close Protection operations and training, related risk assessment and in the training of others. In addition to professional qualifications it is essential that the successful candidate holds a recognised teaching qualification.

The successful candidate will hold a Qualification as a former Police National Instructor and have experience of training the police, or military personnel in the use of force, conflict resolution, tactics and firearms knowledge for a minimum of ten years.

The role also requires the post holder to hold a recognised Police or Military qualification in Close Protection and to have significant practical experience in providing such services in both domestic and international environments.

The successful applicant must also have experience of carrying out risk assessments in critical matters including operational deployment in high-risk environments, preferably obtained through police or military experience.

The trainer, as well as classroom-based training must be able to deliver specialist practical training to officers in the field, in Close Protection and other services.

CONTACT MR BRIAN SWANN PA ON 6493336574 OR BRIAN@WCSSTCI.NET

THE SOMERSET RESORT ON GRACE BAY SOMERSETSTRATAACCTS@GMAIL.COM

SENIOR VETERINARY TECHNICIAN BARK + BLISS

29078

JUNIOR VETERINARY TECHNICIAN BARK + BLISS

105 Neptune Court, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands Contact: Meghann Kruk. Phone: 1 649 232 2275 Salary: $45,000 Annually

105 Neptune Court, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands Contact: Meghann Kruk. Phone: 1 649 232 2275 Salary: $35,000 Annually

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Assist in diagnosis, treatment and intensive medical care for animal patients in need • Assist in the treatment of urgent and emergency medical surgical cases • Provide nursing care or emergency first aid to injured and recovering animals • Prepare animals and instruments for surgery • Administer medications, vaccines and treatments by a veterinarian • Collect and record patient’s histories • Perform general hygiene procedures such as nail clipping, bathing etc.

• Assist in diagnosis, treatment and intensive medical care for animal patients in need • Assist in the treatment of urgent and emergency medical surgical cases • Provide nursing care or emergency first aid to injured and recovering animals • Prepare animals and instruments for surgery • Administer medications, vaccines and treatments by a veterinarian • Collect and record patient’s histories • Perform general hygiene procedures such as nail clipping, bathing etc.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have Associate Degree in Veterinary Technology • Must have 5 years+ experience in veterinary clinic and surgery center environment • Must have 5 years+ experience with modern diagnostic equipment and machinery • Must have 5 years+ experience in high volume spay and neuter environments • Fluent in both written and oral English.

• Must have Associate Degree in Veterinary Technology • Must have 6 months+ experience in veterinary clinic and surgery center environment • Must have 6 months+ Experience with modern diagnostic equipment and machinery • Must have experience in high volume spay and neuter environments • Fluent in both written and oral English.

This position is not currently occupied by a work permit holder.

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. Only candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and requirements will be considered.

This position is not currently occupied by a work permit holder.

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. Only candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and requirements will be considered.

All candidates must be willing to work unusual hours including weekends and public holidays. All candidates must be nonsmokers. Applicants will be required to pass a written skills test.

All candidates must be willing to work unusual hours including weekends and public holidays. All candidates must be nonsmokers. Applicants will be required to pass a written skills test.

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38 CLASSIFIEDS WINSETT WILLIAMS 47 STINGRAY STREET, COOPER JACK 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: 332-1957/231-0640 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position

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February 26 - March 4, 2022

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WGS CONSTRUCTION Walter Cox Dr., Kew Town Is seeking to employ a

TILE LAYER Install materials on floors, walls, ceilings, countertops. Level the surface with a layer of mortar or plywood.

Salary: $9 hourly CONTACT: 3416578 OR 342-7895

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

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WARD CONSTRUCTION Leeward Highway, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

1 PAINTER • Applicant must be honest, reliable and hard working.

• Interior and exterior painting on building.

Salary: $8.50 Hourly

CONTACT: 649-231-6601 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position

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TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS FINANCIAL SERVICES COMMISSION EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES The Financial Services Commission (FSC), the regulator of financial services business in the Turks and Caicos Islands, is seeking suitably qualified applicants to fill several vacancies.

APPLICATION DEADLINE 1 MARCH 2022

ANALYST II

Department: Bank and Trust Location: Providenciales Annual Salary: $45,207.00 - $55,231.00 JOB SUMMARY

This is a technical position that conducts analysis, regulatory/supervisory activities, and risk assessments on a portfolio of higher risk and complex financial institutions - which may include investment licensees (investment dealers, advisors, mutual funds and wealth management funds), trust companies, banks, credit unions, and/or money transmitters - to ensure compliance with relevant ordinances, regulations, guidelines and international and regional best practice standards, and to assess the financial strength of the entity. Serve as examiner in charge for onsite examinations of assigned licensees and organize and conduct meetings with the licensees.

The officer may also be responsible for reviewing and assessing regulatory applications, including license applications to establish a financial institution based on the relevant ordinances, regulation, code, guideline and/or international standards.

INSURANCE OFFICER I Department: Insurance Location: Providenciales Annual Salary: $21,945.70-$24,522.26

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Supervisor of the International Insurance Unit, the Insurance Officer I is responsible for processing PORC (Producer Owned Re-insurance Companies) and Captive Insurers licensing applications: processing fee payments; conducting due diligence checks on applicants; preparing and issuing certificates (licenses) for approved applicants; responding to routine queries and maintaining related files and records.

Details on the above vacancies can be found on the Commission’s website at https://tcifsc.tc/vacancies/ or by contacting the Commission at telephone numbers 649-946-2550 or 649-946-2791 ext. 4021 or 4048.

Applications should be emailed to administration@tcifsc.tc no later than March 1st, 2022. A copy of the application should be submitted to the Employment Services Department by emailing to CHbacchus@gov.tc and MCadams@gov.tc. Applications received after the application deadline may not be considered in this recruitment phase but may be placed on file for future reference. While we appreciate your response, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

TC AGGRESSOR II/CAICOS LIVEABOARD DIVING LTD

BOAT MECHANIC

• Must have completed a maritime approved Engine Course 1(AEC1) • Experience with Diesel engines, Hydraulic, Refregiration/AC, Electrical, generator, • Compressors and plumbing.

• Position includes accommodation on the vessel. Must be able to live on board • Work rotation is 6 weeks

on 3 weeks off.

• Preference given to applicant with scuba certifications. Must have current STCW. • Must be able to pass a pre employment drug screening.

• Must have certifications in First aid/CPR, fire prevention and fire fighting.

• Must be a team player and able to follow captain’s order. Salary $500.00/week

NOZALIA PAUL

Dock Yard, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

COOK

Prepare and serve food promptly and courteously. Prepare, prep and cut meat and vegetables. Salary: $12.00 Hourly

BELONGER ONLY NEED TO APPLY CONTACT 649 2411842. EMAIL: CLADAGGRESSOR@GMAIL.COM

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CONTACT: 342-0313

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

29128

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

LABOURERS / HANDY MAN

At least 5yrs experience as a construction site laborer. Cleaning-up on site, garbage disposal, maintenance works. Lifting and packing site material as directed, using power and hand tools.

Salary: $7.00 per hour

CONSTRUCTION COMMERCIAL DIRECTOR

Must have at least 10 years experience in construction commercial sector.

Responsible in management of tendering process; management and development of the valuation, certification and cash receipts processes. Liaise with financial team to mitigate risk.

Salary commensurate with experience.

PROJECT DIRECTOR

Member of Chartered Institute of Building (MCIOB). BSc in Quantity Surveying.

Have at least 10yrs experience in Project management. Overseeing all aspects of a project Devising cost-effective plans to enable effective project completion, managing risks.

Salary Range: commensurate with qualification & experience.

SENIOR SITE SUPERVISOR

Building Construction Graduate. Keen at reading blueprints. At least 10yrs experience in construction sites supervisory. Must be able to develop contracts, liaise with subcontractors and vendors, and dealing project planning and scheduling, including time impact analysis, etc.

Salary commensurate with experience

ESTIMATOR

Building construction graduate. Prepare bids, cost estimates; liaise with subcontractors, communicate project progress with management, etc.

Salary commensurate with qualification & experience.

CONSTRUCTION COST ANALYST

Collecting, weighing, analyzing, tabulating, and maintaining cost data for projects. At least 5 yrs experience in construction costing field. QS certification & experience is a plus.

Salary Range: $36K - $48K per annum

MECHANICS

Repair, troubleshoot, adjust, overhaul and maintain construction equipment, heavy-duty equipments, etc.

Salary: $2500-$3600 monthly

CONTACT: TEL: 649-946-1278 / 1275 FAX:649-946-1101 EMAIL: INFO@OLYMPIC.TC

Positions currently held by work permit holders.

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

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February 26 - March 4, 2022 OVANDO CONSTRUCTION LTD. #101 Grace Bay Court, Grace Bay. 2 FINISHING MECHANIC

- $12.00 hourly Completing maintenance such as, engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire changes, and replacing filters.

LABOURER

- $7.00 hourly Cleaning outside the property, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, clean windows, and doorframes.

FINISH CARPENTER

- $12.00 hourly Trimming wooden structures and ornaments and complete final details. Installing windows and doors, and making adjustments.

CONTACT: 649-331-9854 BELONGERS ONLY APPLY WORK PERMIT RENEWAL

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PERFECTION PLUS 56 Five Cay Rd. 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: $8.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 347-2985

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29126

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RONALD FORBES CONSTRUCTION

TC AGGRESSOR II/CAICOS LIVE ABOARD DIVING LTD

LABOURER

• Must have PADI/SSI dive instructor membership and liability insurance.

• Must have specialty rating and knowledge of underwater photography.

• Computer literate • Up to date STCW and first aid certification.

• Must be able to pass a pre employment drug screening • Position includes accommodation/food on the vessel. must be able to live on board.

• Work rotation is a 6 weeks on 3 weeks off.

• Work is 7 days/week including holidays and Sundays.

• Must be able to follow Captain’s order and be a team player. Salary $ 400.00/week

Back Salina, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, and door frames. Salary: $8.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 242-1581

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29118

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

TRAINING OFFICER /SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR FUNCTION: Build annual training program and prepare teaching plans; To ensure that employees have the skills and knowledge to compete effectively and meet the organization's business objectives; Identify training needs by evaluating strengths and weakness; Maintain training materials to the highest standard for internal and external courses. The successful candidate must have: Proven experience in designing multiple training events in a corporate or classroom setting – minimum 5 years; Bachelor’s Degree Business Administration or equivalent; Qualification in Information Technology; Demonstrated ability to organize and teach complex products, services and procedures; Be flexible to give support to rotated shifts between 7:00 am – 7:00pm daily, including weekends and public holidays, at various locations in TCI, Training Anti-Money Laundering.

Wage: $1,500 - $1,900 / per month – commensurate with qualification and experience.

(2) CASHIER (BILINGUAL – FILIPINO) DUTIES:

Cross-sell company products and services; assist Sales Team in promoting products and services in Tagalog; Interpret and translate Tagalog for efficient service delivery; record transactions for money transfer; prepare / maintain multiple end of day reports. Must be available to work rotated shift everyday including weekends and public holidays, between 7:00 am & 7:00 pm. Skills/ Qualifications: Minimum of 3 years financial institution experience, Associate of Science degree or Diploma; Training, experience and certification in AntiMoney Laundering; Demonstrates ability to organize and manage a complex product, service and procedures environment; Fluent in English and Tagalog.

SALARY $6.50 -$13.50 per hour (based on qualification & experience) Please submit application letter and resume to The CEO, National Company Services, 6 Parade Ave, Providenciales, TCI. email: tcihrstaff@gmail.com. The application deadline is March 07, 2022.

Suitable candidates will be contacted for an interview. These positions are currently held by work permit holders 29073

SCUBA DIVING INSTRUCTOR

BELONGERS ONLY NEED TO APPLY. CONTACT: 1 649 2411842 EMAIL: CLADAGGRESSOR@GMAIL.COM

29158

MERISIER PIERRE Hospital Road, 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: 347-8990

M & R GLAMOUR BEAUTY SALON

Hospital Road, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ

1. HAIRSTYLIST 1. NAIL TECHNICIAN Duties: As befitting the job.

Salary: $7.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 242-0957

TCI BANANA BUS TOURS LTD.

Breezy Brae, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

BEACH ATTENDANT Set up beach chairs and

umbrellas for cruise ship passengers, to offer and sell drinks to customers.

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 232-4326

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29136

JOHN ROBINSON

GODET’S ALLOTMENTS 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

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 asked to send a copy of their resume to The Labour Board. These positions are Currently held by a work permit Holders. 29146

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

SIGRID LIGHTBOURNE

THE GRAND TURK STORE

TOMELIA’S SALES

Breezy Brae, 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: 348-3298

SOUTH BACK SALINA GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

TRUCK DRIVER/ OPERATOR

Duties: To drive Tractor Trailer Trucks to haul trailers to and from the docks, to operate a Fork Lift.

SALARY: US$8.00 per hour

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held By a work permit holder. 29154

Belongers Are asked to submit a copy of their resume to the Labour Office.

This is a first time Work permit applications. 29157

M&D TRUCKING AND WATER DELIVERY FIVE CAYS

27 South Bay Rd., Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

MECHANIC

CONTACTS:

WAYNETTE HANDFIELD

DOMESTIC WORKER

Duties: Overhauls, diagnosis and repair all vehicles and motor-powered equipment mechanical issues. Prepares reports and orders, and maintain records and inventories of parts, components, supplies and materials. Salary: $8.50 per hr. Work hours: 6 days a week including weekends and holidays

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.

APPLICATIONS DEADLINE MARCH 7TH 2022 2022.

INTERESTED APPLICANT CAN EMAIL RESUMES TO: CARE@ TCIWAY.TC OR CALL: 347-3465

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

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CONTACT: 246-5808

29125

CONTACT: 232-1762

29148

South District, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

STORE CLERK

DUTIES: To assist with open and prepping store for the days activities set out merchandise for customers to view, to offer assistance and ensure shelves are fully stocked.

SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 231-6584

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

29143

VINCENT DELROY THEODORE WILSON Phase 2, 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: 231-2619

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board a work permit holder currently holds this position 29134

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February 26 - March 4, 2022

JOB OPPORTUNITIES If you are interested in embarking on an exciting opportunity to be part of Turks and Caicos’ only Marriott International luxury branded resort, join our Ladies & Gentlemen today!

The Ritz-Carlton Turks & Caicos invites all suitable candidates to apply for the following positions: HOUSEKEEPING

EXECUTIVE HOUSEKEEPER ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES: • Responsible for the daily shift operations of Housekeeping and Laundry; directs and works with employees to ensure property guestrooms, public space and employee areas are clean and well maintained.

• Completes inspections and holds people accountable for corrective action; and assists in ensuring guest and employee satisfaction while maintaining the operating budget.

• Ensures guest room status is communicated to the Front Desk in a timely and efficient manner; and works effectively with the Engineering department on guestroom maintenance needs and inventories stock to ensure adequate supplies.

• Supervises daily Housekeeping shift operations and ensures compliance with all housekeeping policies, standards and procedures.

• Participates in the management of the department’s controllable expenses to achieve or exceed budgeted goals.

• Understands the impact of department’s operations on the overall property financial goals and objectives and manages to achieve or exceed budgeted goals.

• Comprehends budgets, operating statements and payroll progress reports as needed to assist in the financial management of department.

• Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service and emphasizes guest satisfaction during all departmental meetings and focuses on continuous improvement.

• Participates as needed in the investigation of employee accidents and supervises staffing levels to ensure that guest service, operational needs, and financial objectives are met.

• Uses all available on the job Marriott International training tools to train new room attendants and provide follow-up training as necessary.

• Participates in the employee performance appraisal process, providing feedback as needed.

• Supports a departmental orientation program for employees to receive the appropriate new hire training to successfully perform their job.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED; 2 years’ experience in the housekeeping or related professional area.

OR • 2-year degree from an accredited university in Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; no work experience required.

Salary commensurate with experience; minimum $45K per annum, plus service charge.

GUEST ENVIRONMENT EXPERT ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain the appearance and cleanliness of the hotel • Housekeeping duties which may include delivering guest requests, stocking carts, cleaning rooms and public spaces, or other similar responsibilities.

• Stand, sit, or walk for an extended time • Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 50 pounds without assistance • Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

The Guest Environment role includes Room Attendants (AM+PM), Public Areas Attendants, Night Auditor, Houseperson and Laundry Washperson/ Attendant/Valet.

Salary: $8 - $10 per hour, plus service charge

HOUSEKEEPING MANAGER ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES: • Responsible for the daily shift operations of Housekeeping, Recreation/ Health Club and, if applicable, Laundry.

• Directs and works with employees to verify property guestrooms, public space and employee areas are clean and well maintained.

• Position assists in ensuring guests and employee satisfaction while maintaining the operating budget.

• Obtain list of rooms to be cleaned immediately and list of prospective checkouts or discharges to prepare work assignments.

• Participates in departmental meeting and continually communicates a clear and consistent message regarding the departmental goals to produce desired results.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED; 2 years’ experience in the housekeeping or related professional area.

OR • 2 year degree from an accredited university inn Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; no work experience required.

Salary: $45-50K per annum, plus service charge; salary commensurate with experience.

ENGINEERING

CHIEF ENGINEER ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manages all engineering/maintenance operations, including maintaining the building, grounds and physical plant with particular attention towards safety, security and asset protection.

• Accountable for managing the budget, capital expenditure projects, preventative maintenance and energy conservation. Responsible for maintaining regulatory requirements and leads the emergency response team for all facility issues.

• Assists in managing the physical plant including equipment, refrigeration, HVAC, plumbing, water treatment, electrical and life safety systems.

• Ensures compliance with all Engineering departmental policies, standards and procedures.

• Manages department's controllable expenses to achieve or exceed budgeted goals.

• Assists in effectively planning, scheduling and evaluating preventative maintenance programs.

• Displays leadership in guest hospitality by exemplifying excellent customer service and creating a positive atmosphere for guest relations, in accordance with Marriott International policies and guidelines.

• Ensures on-going communication occurs in all areas of responsibility to create awareness of business objectives, awareness of expectations and recognition of exemplary performance.

• Celebrates successes and publicly recognizes the contributions of team members and establishes and maintains open, collaborative relationships with employees.

• Ensures employees are treated fairly and equitably and strives to improve service performance.

• Ensures disciplinary procedures and documentation are completed according to Standard and Local Operating Procedures (SOPs and LSOPs) and support the Peer Review Process.

Role Requirements:

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February 26 - March 4, 2022

JOB OPPORTUNITIES • High school diploma or GED; 4 years’ experience in the engineering and maintenance or related professional area; technical training in HVAC-R/ electrical/plumbing.

OR • 2-year degree from an accredited university in Building and Construction, Engineering, Mechanics, or related major; 2 years’ experience in the engineering and maintenance or related professional area; technical training in HVAC-R/electrical/plumbing.

Must have previous Marriott International Luxury Experience (MILUX).

Salary commensurate with experience, Minimum $60k per annum plus benefits.

ENGINEER ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Display solid knowledge and skill in the safe use of hand and power tools and other materials required to perform repair and maintenance tasks.

• Display basic ability to repair or replace PVC copper pipe (including soldering).

• Safely perform highly complex repairs of the physical property, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical equipment, air conditioners, refrigeration, and pool heaters - ensuring all methods, materials and practices meet company standards and Local and National codes - with little or no supervision.

• Troubleshoot and perform repairs on all types of equipment (e.g., pump and motor replacement), plumbing (e.g., plunge toilets and unclog drains), electrical equipment including lamps, air conditioners, HVAC equipment, cosmetic items, extension cords, vacuum cleaners, internet devices, replace electrical switches and outlets, and program TV's.

• Assist with surface preparation and painting, minor drywall and wood trim repair, light bulb and A/C filter replacement and the complete and thorough cleanup of the painting or repair area.

• Use the Lockout/Tagout system before performing any maintenance work.

• Display advanced/working knowledge of all engineering computer programs related to preventative maintenance, energy management, and other systems, including devices that interact with such programs.

• Perform advanced/mid-level troubleshooting of hotel Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems.

• Perform repairs on interior and exterior landscaping as well as external landscaping sprinklers and display basic computer skills including inputting air handler schedules and making temperature changes.

• Display the ability to train and mentor other engineers as necessary.

The Engineer role includes Maintenance, Technicians, Engineer I, Engineer II and Engineer III. Salary: $8 - $14 per hour, plus service charge.

SECURITY

LOSS PREVENTION DIRECTOR/MANAGER ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

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• Manage the daily functions of the department to ensure protection of property assets, employees, guests, and property; and assist the Director of Engineering when necessary • Maintain logs, certifications and documents required by law and Standard Operating Procedures.

• Train staff in established emergency procedures and implement accident and fire prevention procedures.

• Incorporate and implement action plans to monitor and control risk and develop formal educational or training programs or classes • Develop detailed "shut down" procedures for the property to ensure that all areas are secured at the appropriate times.

• Develop a monthly checklist for all CCTV equipment, alarmed doors, and duress alarms to ensure that they are fully functional.

• Conduct hazard and risk assessments at the property to include quarterly OSHA/SAFETY audits, incident tracking, and the hazard abatement process.

• Oversee all first aid programs and loss prevention operations (including patrol process, emergency response, investigations (initial & follow up),

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shipping and receiving process, electronic key system and manager on duties responsibilities).

• Inspect and critique the performance of the loss prevention department

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED; 4 years’ experience in the security/loss prevention or related professional area; OR • 2-year degree from an accredited university in Criminal Justice or related major; 2 years’ experience in the security/loss prevention or related professional area.

Must have previous Marriott International Luxury Experience (MILUX).

Salary commensurate with experience; minimum $45K per annum, plus service charge.

LOSS PREVENTION OFFICER ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Patrol all areas of the property and assist guests with room access; monitor security feeds and conduct daily physical hazard inspections • Respond to accidents and assist guests/employees during emergency situations.

• Defuse guest disturbances and escort from the property if necessary.

• Conduct investigations, gather evidence, and facilitate interviews with relevant parties • Complete required shift reports and maintain confidentiality of all loss preventions documents.

Salary: $8 - $10 per hour, plus service charge

FINANCE

GENERAL ACCOUNTANT / INCOME AUDITOR ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Check figures, postings, and documents for accuracy; organize, secure, and maintain all files, records, cash and cash equivalents in accordance with policies and procedures.

• Record, store, access, and/or analyze computerized financial information; classify, code, and summarize numerical and financial data to compile and keep financial records, using journals, ledgers, and/or computers.

• Prepare, maintain, audit, and distribute statistical, financial, accounting, auditing, or payroll reports and tables.

• Complete period-end closing procedures and reports as specified; prepare, review, reconcile, and issue bills, invoices, and account statements according to company procedures.

• Follow-up and resolve past due accounts and vendor invoices until payment in full is received or resolved.

• Prepare daily consolidated deposits of cash received by all cash handling employees.

• Document, maintain, communicate, and act upon all Cash Variances; prepare, maintain, and administer all cashier banks and contracts.

• Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance.

• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

This role includes Income Auditor, Casino AML, A/P Clerk, and Receiving Clerk.

Salary: $12-$14 per hour, plus service charge

ROOMS

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT MANAGER – ROOMS ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

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JOB OPPORTUNITIES • Functions as the strategic business leader of the property's Rooms department; responsible for planning, developing, implementing and evaluating the quality of property’s rooms.

• Position works with direct reports to develop and implement departmental strategies and ensures implementation of the brand service strategy and brand initiatives; and also ensures Rooms operations meet Marriott International Brand standards, targets customer needs, ensures employee satisfaction, focuses on growing revenues and maximizes the financial performance of the department.

• Develops and implements property-wide strategies that deliver products and services to meet or exceed the needs and expectations of the brand’s target customer and employees and provides a return on investment to the owner and company.

• Makes and executes the necessary decisions to keep property moving forward toward achievement of goals.

• Review all out-of-order rooms daily with respective departments to determine most current status and estimated date for return to room inventory.

• Analyzes service issues and identifies trends; and works with Rooms team to develop an operational strategy that is aligned with the brand’s business strategy and leads its execution.

• Conducts weekly meetings with divisional managers and review all information pertinent to the week’s business; prepares monthly, quarterly and yearly Rooms Division financial forecasts; prepares annual capital expenditures report; and monitors Rooms operations sales performance against budget.

• Reviews reports, audit expenses and review financial statements to determine Rooms operations performance against budget; compares budgeted wages to actual wages, coaching direct reports to address problem areas and holding team accountable for results • Anticipate sold-out situations/and know how many rooms are overbooked.

Assist in locating alternative accommodations for guests and assist in “walking” guests, following hotel policies and procedures. Follow-up the next day to ensure that guests are welcomed back to the hotel in accordance with hotel policies and procedures.

• Fosters employee commitment to providing excellent service, participates in daily stand-up meetings and models desired service behaviors in all interactions with guests and employees.

• Ensures property policies are administered fairly and consistently, disciplinary procedures and documentation are completed according to Standard and Local Operating Procedures (SOPs and LSOPs) and supports the Peer Review Process.

• Champions change, Brand service vision, ensures brand and regional business initiatives are implemented and communicates follow-up actions to team as necessary.

• Identifies talents of direct reports and their teams, and assists with their growth and development plans.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 2-year degree from an accredited university in Business Administration, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; 4 years’ experience in the guest services, front desk, housekeeping, sales and marketing, management operations, or related professional area.

OR • 4-year bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; 2 years’ experience in the guest services, front desk, housekeeping, sales and marketing, management operations, or related professional area.

Must have previous Marriott International Luxury Experience (MILUX).

Salary commensurate with experience; minimum $70K per annum, plus service charge.

GUEST EXPERIENCE EXPERT ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

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• Deliver a wide range of services to guide guests throughout their stay; including but not limited to processing operational needs, addressing guest requests, completing reports, or sharing the highlights of the local area

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• Stand, sit, or walk for an extended time • Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance • Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

The Guest Experience Expert role includes Front Office Agents/Controllers, Rooms Controllers, Residences, Spa & Club Concierges, AYS/PBX Operators, Guest Relations Attendants/Coordinators, Bellpersons, Club Attendants and Spa Valet Attendants.

Salary: $8 - $10 per hour, plus service charge

RESERVATIONS AGENT ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Process all reservation requests, changes, and cancellations received by phone, fax, or mail; identify guest reservation needs and determine appropriate room type.

• Verify availability of room type and rate; explain guarantee, special rate, and cancellation policies to callers; accommodate and document special requests; answer questions about property facilities/services and room accommodations; follow sales techniques to maximize revenue; and input and access data in reservation system.

• Indicate special room reservation types by inputting the correct code and rate into the reservation system; follow proper escalation procedures when addressing guest concerns; and comply with quality assurance standards.

• Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance.

• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

• Detailed knowledge of Marriott Automated Reservation System for Hotel Accommodations (MARSHA); and the ability to train others according to Brand Standards.

Salary: $10-$14 per hour, plus service charge

ROOMS OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monitor the notations in MARSHA and clear all exceptions.

• Keep records of Marriott Rewards enrollments and Front Office incentive programs. Review and maintain all Market Rate Codes; and ensure rates match market codes.

• Complete designated cashier and closing reports in the computer system; review shift logs/daily memo books and document pertinent information in logbooks.

• Within Food & Beverage operations: complete opening and closing duties including setting up necessary supplies and tools, cleaning all equipment and areas, locking doors, etc.

• Within Guest Services and Rooms operations: Inspect public areas, restrooms, fitness center, pool area, offices and service areas after being cleaned by Housekeeper to ensure quality standards are met.

• Arrange turndown for VIPs/any package inclusive rates, etc. Communicate additions or changes to the assignment sheets to staff (e.g., Housekeeping) as they arise throughout the shift.

• Assist management in hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, motivating and coaching employees; and serve as a role model and first point of contact of the Guarantee of Fair Treatment/Open Door Policy process.

• Promote staff engagement and teamwork.

• Stand, sit, or walk for an extended time; move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance.

• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested.

The Rooms Operations Supervisor includes Spa, Front Office, Reservations, Residences, Brand Ambassadors, Recreation, Housekeeping, Guest Relations, Night Audit, Club Lounge, Loss Prevention / Security, Bell Desk, AYS/PBX Operator and Valet.

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JOB OPPORTUNITIES FRONT OF HOUSE MANAGER ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish tasks. Keep the Front of House team focused on the critical components of operations to drive guest satisfaction and the desired financial results.

• Handle complaints, settle disputes, and resolve grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiates with others.

• Understand the impact of department’s operations on the overall property financial goals and objectives and manages to achieve or exceed goals.

• Maintain complete knowledge of property features and services; monitor the check-in/check-out process, ensuring agreement to hotel standards; anticipates critical situations and assists to process the guest expediently.

• Ensure property policies are administered fairly and consistently, disciplinary procedures and documentation are completed according to Standard and Local Operating Procedures (SOPs and LSOPs) and support the Peer Review Process.

• Support a departmental orientation program for employees to receive the appropriate new hire training to successfully perform their job.

• Supervises and manages employees; manage day-to-day operations and understands employee positions well enough to perform duties in employees’ absence.

• Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others; advocates sound financial/business decision making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; leads by example.

• Ensure all Front of House departments are aware of all guests’ needs and information prior to arrival that will lead to a unique, memorable, and personal stay

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED; 4 years’ experience in the guest services, front desk, or related professional area.

OR • 2-year degree from an accredited university in Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration or related major; 2 years’ experience in the guest services, front desk, or related professional area.

Must have previous Marriott International Luxury Experience (MILUX).

Salary: $50-60K per annum, plus service charge; salary commensurate with experience.

SPA

SPA & RETAIL DIRECTOR/MANAGER ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise and coordinate activities of employees delivering both retail and spa services, including salon, skin care, program coordination, reservations, reception desk, massage, and locker room areas.

• Ensure guest and employee satisfaction and achieve the operating budget.

• Support management of Spa operations and budgets and understand the impact of department’s operations on the overall property financial goals and objectives • Comprehend budgets, operating statements and payroll progress reports as needed to assist in the financial management of department.

• Manage supplies, equipment inventories within budget maintain the cleanliness of spa and related areas and equipment.

• Emphasize guest satisfaction during all departmental meetings and focus on continuous improvement of service performance.

• Support a Spa orientation program for employees to receive the appropriate new hire training to successfully perform their job.

• Supervise on-going training initiatives and conduct training when appropriate.

• Ensure property policies are administered fairly and consistently, disciplinary procedures and documentation are completed according to Standard and Local Operating Procedures (SOPs and LSOPs) and support the Peer Review Process.

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• High school diploma or GED; at least 5 years leadership experience in both the retail and spa operations area.

Must have previous Marriott International Luxury Experience (MILUX).

Salary commensurate with experience; minimum $45K per annum, plus service charge.

SPA THERAPIST ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide massage services to guests using props and/or products.

• Provide body treatments to guests using body scrubs, wraps, and/or hydrotherapy.

• Assess guest needs and inquire about contraindications (e.g., allergies, high blood pressure, and pregnancy) before beginning service.

• Arrange workstation, treatment room, and/or drapes.

• Frequently check with guest to promote comfort, safety, and security throughout service. Promote and sell spa/salon services including retail offerings related to the Spa. • Clean, maintain, and sterilize tools. Maintain cleanliness of workstation and/ or treatment room throughout shift, dispose of trash and dirty linens, and secure supplies and equipment at the end of each shift.

• Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time; grasp, turn, and manipulate objects of varying size and weight.

• Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance.

• Grasp, turn, and manipulate objects of varying size and weight, requiring fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.

• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

Salary: $8 - $10 per hour, plus service charge

FOOD AND BEVERAGE

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF FOOD & BEVERAGE ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists in leading the property’s food and beverage/culinary operation, including Restaurants/Bars, Room Service, and Banquets/Catering, where applicable.

• Oversee the development and implementation of departmental strategies and ensures implementation of the Marriott International service strategy and brand initiatives.

• Ensure the food and beverage operation meets the brand’s target customer needs, ensures employee satisfaction, focuses on growing revenues and maximizes the financial performance of the department.

• Delivers products and services to meet or exceed the needs and expectations of the brand’s target customer and property employees and provides a return on investment.

• Ensures that regular, on-going communication occurs in all areas of food and beverage and works with direct reports to review business in house and potential business in surrounding area and troubleshoot potential challenges/ conflicts.

• Sets expectations and holds food and beverage leadership team accountable for demonstrating desired service behaviors.

• Communicates critical information gained from pre- and post-convention meetings to areas of responsibility.

• Estimate food, liquor, wine, and other beverage consumption in order to anticipate amounts to be purchased or requisitioned.

• Ensures cash control and liquor control policies are in place in food & beverage areas and followed by all related employees.

• Ensures property policies are administered fairly and consistently, disciplinary procedures and documentation are completed according to Standard and Local Operating Procedures (SOPs and LSOPs) and supports the Peer Review Process.

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JOB OPPORTUNITIES process and holds staff accountable for successful performance.

• Ensures employees receive on-going training to understand guest expectations.

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ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• High school diploma or GED; 6 years’ experience in the food and beverage, culinary, event management, or related professional area.

OR • 2-year degree from an accredited university in Food Service Management, Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; 4 years’ experience in the food and beverage, culinary, event management, or related professional area.

Must have previous Marriott International Luxury Experience (MILUX).

Salary commensurate with experience; minimum $50K per annum, plus service charge.

• Build an experience that is memorable and unique.

• Look out for new trends, micro-local offerings, and guests’ evolving needs.

• Take ownership of guest service and use their knowledge and expertise to make the bar look and function flawlessly.

• Build relationships with others across the hotel and in the community, to anticipate and dliver on our guests’ needs.

• Be passionate about the guest service experience, but also have an eye for detail from the money that moves through their hands, to the information they provide to guests, to the quality of their drinks.

• Create a safe workplace, following company policies and procedures, protecting company assets, maintaining confidentiality, and ensuring your uniform and personal appearance are professional.

Salary: $8 - $10 per hour, plus service charge

FOOD & BEVERAGE MANAGER

GUEST SERVICE EXPERT

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develops and manages all financial, employee engagement and guest satisfaction plans and actions for Food & Beverage departments.

• Oversees all culinary, restaurant, beverage and room service operations.

• Manages day-to-day operations, drives quality, and verifies standards are meeting the expectations of the customers on a daily basis.

• Conducts performance reviews in a timely manner.

• Maintains a positive cost management index for kitchen and restaurant operations

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED; 4 years’ experience in the food and beverage, culinary or related professional area.

OR • 2-year degree from an accredited university in Food Service Management.

Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration or related major; 2 years’ experience in the food and beverage, culinary, or related professional area.

Salary: $50-55K per annum, plus service charge; salary commensurate with experience.

FOOD & BEVERAGE SUPERVISOR ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Complete opening and closing duties including setting up necessary supplies and tools, cleaning all equipment and areas, locking doors, etc.

• Inspect storage areas for organization, use of FIFO, and cleanliness.

• Complete scheduled inventories and stock and requisition necessary supplies.

• Monitor dining rooms for seating availability, service, safety, and well-being of guests.

• Complete work orders for maintenance repairs.

• Assist management in hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, counseling, disciplining, and motivating and coaching employees • Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards; and identify, recommend, develop, and implement new ways to increase organizational efficiency, productivity, quality, safety, and/or cost-savings.

• Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 50 pounds without assistance.

• Move through narrow, confined, or elevated spaces; move up and down stairs and/or service ramps.

• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested.

Salary: $12 - $14 per hour, plus service charge

LIFESTYLE BARTENDER

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Take initiative and deliver a wide range of services to make sure that guests enjoy their meal (including setting tables, communicating with the kitchen, cleaning work areas and supplies and interacting and serving guests) • Stand, sit, or walk for an extended time, moving over sloping, uneven, or slippery surfaces • Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance and 50 pounds with assistance; reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping • Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

The Guest Service Expert role includes Room Service/IRD Service, Host/ Hostess, Servers AM/PM/Casino, Club Attendant and Pool & Beach.

Salary: $8 - $10 per hour, plus service charge

RESIDENCES

DIRECTOR OF RESIDENCES ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Implements high standards for all aspects of life-safety, loss-prevention, unit owner identity, and privacy protection.

• Operates within the constraints of the residences budget; provides timely reporting of financial performance and projections to the Board.

• Manages luxury condominium facilities and all departments working within the building, including physical plant with attention to protection of the investment and plans to increase its value through superior care.

• Develops and implements property-wide strategies that deliver products and services to meet or exceed the needs and expectations of the brand’s target customer and employees and provides a return on investment.

• Implements training programs related to property management reinforcing constant quality service; and continuously identifies and corrects building and service defects while providing increase in value.

• Reviews Owner engagement survey and prepares yearly action plans comment cards, guest satisfaction results and other data to identify areas of improvement.

• Adheres to the four pillars of Operational excellence: Owner and employee engagement, financial excellence and Property Management • Manages luxury condominium facilities and all departments working within the building, including physical plant with attention to protection of the investment and plans to increase its value through superior care.

• Identifies and corrects building and service defects while providing increase in value; and implements high standards for all aspects of life safety, loss prevention, unit owner identity, and privacy protection.

• Maintains complete inventory of: Unit owners’ information, parking and storage spaces, monthly Association common dues, Owners’ monthly/ quarterly newsletter, hotel features, services, and hotel restaurant food concepts and information.

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JOB OPPORTUNITIES • Attends owners and Board meetings and provides monthly reports and financial statements to the Board of Directors; and establishes strong relationships with all owners and their Board of Directors.

• Prepares and operates within the constraints of the residences’ Annual budget; and identifies key drivers of business success and keeping leadership focused on the critical few to achieve results.

• Verifies that property policies are administered fairly and consistently, disciplinary procedures and documentation are completed according to Standard and Local Operating Procedures (SOPs and LSOPs) and supports the Peer Review Process.

• Champions change, manages the implementation of brand and regional business initiatives and communicates follow-up actions to team as necessary.

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ROLE REQUIREMENTS: • 2-year degree from an accredited university in Business Administration, Hotel and Property Management, or related major; 4 years’ experience in the guest services, front desk, housekeeping, sales and marketing, management operations, or related professional area. Management license for Condominiums, as applicable.

OR • 4-year bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Hotel and Property Management, or related major; 2 years’ experience in the guest services, front desk, housekeeping, sales and marketing, management operations, or related professional area. Management license for Condominiums, as applicable.

Preferred: Previous Association management experience.

Must have previous Marriott International Luxury Experience (MILUX).

Salary commensurate with experience, Minimum $80k per annum plus benefits.

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TALENT & BRAND CULTURE MANAGER ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan, develop, implement and administer programs in support of The Ritz-Carlton initiatives around culture and development of the Ladies & Gentlemen.

• Act as liaison and advisor to leadership and facilitates initiatives ensuring the culture of The Ritz-Carlton is enlivened every day.

• Focus on delivering services that meet or exceed the needs of employees and enable business success; as well as ensures compliance with company and brand procedures.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

• 2-year degree from an accredited college/university; 4 years progressive leadership experience in hospitality talent development and/or management operations.

OR • 4-year degree from an accredited university in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related major; year’s progressive leadership experience in hospitality and/or management operations.

• 2 or more years at a branded Four/Five Star/Four Diamond hotel.

Marriott International Luxury Brand, specifically The Ritz-Carlton, strongly recommended.

Must have previous Marriott International Luxury Experience (MILUX); strongly preferred – The Ritz-Carlton.

Salary: $45-50K per annum minimum, plus service charge; salary commensurate with experience.

CULINARY

EXECUTIVE CHEF ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

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culinary talents by personally performing tasks while leading the staff and managing all food related functions.

Works to continually improve guest and employee satisfaction while maximizing the financial performance in all areas of responsibility. Supervises all kitchen areas to ensure a consistent, high quality product is produced.

Responsible for guiding and developing staff including direct reports. Must ensure sanitation and food standards are achieved.

Areas of responsibility comprise overseeing all department controllable expenses, food preparation areas (e.g., banquets, room service, restaurants, bar/lounge and employee cafeteria) and all support areas (e.g., dish room and purchasing).

Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others; advocates sound financial/business decision making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; leads by example.

Solicits employee feedback, utilizes an "open door" policy and reviews employee satisfaction results to identify and address employee problems or concerns.

Develops and implements guidelines and control procedures for purchasing and receiving areas.

Establishes goals including performance goals, budget goals, team goals, etc.

Communicates the importance of safety procedures, detailing procedure codes, ensuring employee understanding of safety codes, monitoring processes and procedures related to safety according to Marriott International Brand Standards.

Improves service by communicating and assisting individuals to understand guest needs, providing guidance, feedback, and individual coaching when needed.

Displays leadership in guest hospitality, exemplifies excellent customer service and creates a positive atmosphere for guest relations.

Identifies the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.

Ensures employees are treated fairly and equitably and trains kitchen associates on the fundamentals of good cooking and excellent plate presentations

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED; 6 years’ experience in the culinary, food and beverage, or related professional area.

OR • 2-year degree from an accredited university in Culinary Arts, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; 4 years’ experience in the culinary, food and beverage, or related professional area.

Must have previous Marriott International Luxury Experience (MILUX).

Salary commensurate with experience, Minimum $80k per annum plus benefits.

CHEF DE PARTIE ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Determine how food should be presented and create decorative food displays.

• Ensure proper portion, arrangement, and food garnish to be served and monitor the quantity of food that is prepared.

• Inform Food & Beverage service staff of menu specials and out of stock menu items.

• Prepare special meals or substitute items. Assist cooks and kitchen staff with various tasks. Provide cooks with needed items.

• Monitor stock of kitchen supplies and food and maintain kitchen logs for food safety program and food products.

• Ensure the quality of the food items and notify manager if a product does not meet specifications.

• Assist management in hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, counseling, disciplining, and motivating and coaching employees.

• Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report maintenance needs, accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; complete safety training and certifications.

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JOB OPPORTUNITIES • Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets.

Salary: $12 - $14 per hour, plus service charge

COOK ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES: • Prepare special meals or substitute items; regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters.

• Prepare fresh ingredients for cooking according to recipes/menu; cook food and prepare top-quality menu items in a timely manner • Test foods to ensure proper preparation and temperature • Ensure proper portion, arrangement, and food garnish • Maintain food logs and monitor the quality and quantity of food that is prepared.

• Inform Food & Beverage service staff of menu specials and out of stock menu items.

• Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist. Prepare cold foods.

• Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards and the proper sanitation and cleanliness of surfaces and storage containers.

• Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time. Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance.

• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

The Cook role includes Cook I and Cook II. Salary: $10 - $12 per hour, plus service charge

CHEF DE CUISINE ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES: • Prepares and cooks foods of all types, either on a regular basis or for special guests or functions.

• Develop designs, or creates new menus and recipes based on standards or artistic contributions.

• Demonstrates knowledge of high quality food products, presentations and flavor; participate in training restaurant staff on menu items including ingredients, preparation methods and unique tastes.

• Ensure compliance with food handling and sanitation standards • Knows and implements brand’s safety standards.

• Estimates daily productions needs on a weekly basis and communicates production needs to kitchen personnel daily • Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize and accomplish your work.

• Improves service by communicating and assisting individuals to understand guest needs, providing guidance, feedback, and individual coaching when needed.

• Supervise restaurant kitchen shift operations and ensures compliance with all Food & Beverage policies, standards, and procedures.

• Must be honest, reliable, hardworking and possess great customer service skills; be punctual and well groomed; speak with others using clear and professional language.

• Must move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than 10 pounds without assistance.

• Must be able to stand, sit, or walk for an extended time.

• Must be able to perform other reasonable jobs as requested ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

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• High school diploma or GED; 4 years’ experience in the culinary, food and beverage, or related professional area.

OR • 2 year degree from an accredited university in Culinary Arts, Hotels and Restaurant Management, or related major; 2 years’ experience in the culinary, food and beverage, or related professional area.

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Salary: $45-50K per annum, plus service charge; salary commensurate with experience.

UTILITY SUPERVISOR ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Direct and assist Stewards in order to make clean up more efficient.

• Ensure water temperature, and chemical levels are appropriate for cleaning and documented.

• Assist with Banquet plate-ups and support banquet and buffet by transporting and ensuring adequate stock • Assist cooks and kitchen staff with various tasks as needed and provide cooks with needed items.

• Return cleaned items to proper locations.

• Operate and maintain cleaning equipment and tools, including the dish washing machine, hand wash stations pot-scrubbing station, and trash compactor.

• Assist management in hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, counseling, disciplining, and motivating and coaching employees.

• Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards.

• Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 50 pounds without assistance.

• Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time.

• Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Move over sloping, uneven, or slippery surfaces.

• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

Salary: $12 - $14 per hour, plus service charge

UTILITY ATTENDANT ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare fresh clean linen and spotless dining ware for guests to enjoy, • Operate and maintain cleaning equipment and tools (e.g., dish washing machines, hand wash stations, linen washers, and dryers) • Transport dishware or linens across the hotel • Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 50 pounds without assistance.

• Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time.

• Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping.

• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

The Utility Attendant role includes Stewards and Employee Cafe Attendants.

Salary: $8 - $10 per hour, plus service charge

CASINO

CASINO MANAGER ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serves as the manager on duty and directs daily casino operations. Position directs, trains and assists employees to serve guests and verifies that proper standards are followed.

• Verifies the highest levels of hospitality and guest service are provided while maintaining the operating budget. Accountable for enforcing all legal obligations, professionally and consistently according to Marriott International Inc. • Enforces policies and procedures to monitor and evaluate performance of personnel to verify casino operation in accordance with local gaming regulations.

• Supervises the scheduling, opening and closing of all table games, slot area and cashier operations.

• Manages for the integrity of all gaming activity and equipment in casino.

• Coordinates with Surveillance regarding the overall security of gaming and non-gaming areas.

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JOB OPPORTUNITIES • Enforces established credit play policy on assigned shift, to include extension of credit to qualified customers within the established guidelines.

• Compiles, codes, categorizes, calculates, tabulates, audits, or verifies information or data.

• Achieves and exceeds goals including performance goals, budget goals, team goals, etc.

• Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others; demonstrates honesty/integrity; leads by example.

• Indirectly supervises Casino Housekeeping, Slot, and Casino Beverage staff.

• Verifies that all the casino operations supervisors and employees adhere to their respective departmental procedures.

• Supports the development, mentoring and training of employees, and provides constructive coaching and counseling to employees.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED; 3 years’ experience in Casino Administration or related professional area.

OR • 2-year degree from an accredited university; 1 year experience in Casino Administration or related professional area.

Salary commensurate with experience, Minimum $60k per annum plus service charge.

CASINO SHIFT MANAGER ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES: • Responsible for daily casino operations. Position directs, trains and assists employees to serve guests and ensures proper standards are followed.

Responsibilities include ensuring guest and employee satisfaction while maintaining the operating budget.

• Accountable for enforcing all legal obligations, professionally and consistently. Enforces policies and procedures to monitor and evaluate performance of personnel to ensure casino operation in accordance with local gaming regulations • Indirectly supervises the scheduling, opening and closing of all table games, slot area and cashier operations.

• Manages for the integrity of all gaming activity and equipment in casino.

• Coordinates with Surveillance regarding the overall security of gaming and non-gaming areas.

• Manages a team of casino staff; prioritizes projects and workload of the team and its individual members, and establishes deadlines around those priorities.

• Oversees rating-related duties and supervises all Casino Operations personnel on shift.

• Indirectly supervises Casino Housekeeping, Slot, and Casino Beverage staff.

• Achieves and exceeds goals including performance goals, budget goals, team goals, etc.

• Provides guidance and professionalism on all disputes that may arise in the casino.

• Supports the development, mentoring and training of employees; provides constructive coaching and counseling to employees and develops succession plans.

• Assists in other casino operations when needed; participate in department wide projects and goals.

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• High school diploma or GED; 3 years’ experience in Casino Administration or related professional area.

OR • 2-year degree from an accredited university; 1 year experience in Casino Administration or related professional area.

Salary commensurate with experience, $45-55K per annum plus service charge.

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CASINO CAGE SUPERVISOR ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for the integrity of all cash and credit activity in the Casino including but not limited to supervising the day to day operation of the cage and assist the Casino Controller in providing financial leadership to the business.

• Responsible for the custody or currency, coins, cash equivalents, gaming chips, documents and records associated with the operation of a Cage Department.

• Coordinates, implements and follows up on Casino Cage SOP audits.

• Generates and provides accurate and timely results in the form of reports, presentations, etc.

• Analyzes information and evaluates results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

• Compiles, codes, categorizes, calculates, tabulates, audits, or verifies information or data.

• Maintains and balances of cage accountability records.

• Enforce established credit play policies.

• Maintains close communication with surveillance regarding overall security of cashier areas.

• Achieves and exceeds goals including performance goals, budget goals, team goals, etc.

Salary: $16 - $18 per hour, plus service charge

CASINO SOFT COUNT CLERK ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Count, reconcile, and report the table’s drop boxes. Prepare and distribute reports (e.g., Master Gaming Report, Comparison Report) on a daily basis.

Verify and prepare cage, slot, and hotel bank deposit.

• Count and reconcile slot machine bill drop. Collect and reconcile slot jackpots and hoppers. Audit table rating cards daily. Perform the daily reimbursement of cash funds to the casino cage.

• Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; and complete safety training and certifications.

• Ensure uniform and personal appearance is clean and professional, maintain confidentiality of proprietary information, and protect company assets.

• Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than 20 pounds without assistance. Stand, sit, or walk for an extended time period.

• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested.

Salary: $8 - $10 per hour, plus service charge.

CASINO SURVEILLANCE AGENT ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monitor Closed Circuit Televisions (CCTV), perimeter alarm system, duress alarms, and fire life safety system to ensure that any unusual behavior or emergency situation is dispatched to appropriate personnel for investigation and recorded.

• Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report accidents, injuries and unsafe work conditions to manager; and complete safety training and certifications.

• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others, and support team to reach common goals.

• Observe casino or casino hotel operations for irregular activities such as cheating or theft by employees or patrons.

Salary: $14 - $16 per hour, plus service charge

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JOB OPPORTUNITIES ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct table games according to the rules of the games, Casino Operations policies and procedures, local regulations, and the gaming department regulations.

• Monitor appropriateness of wagering & bets; monitor the amount of chips sold & change nominations of each player.

• Maintain the pace of the game through the handling of cards, dice, chips, money, and other gaming equipment.

• Consistently inform players of the rules and what is occurring as the game progresses; & provide information to guests about the property and the surrounding amenities.

• Follow all company, safety and security policies and procedures; report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; and complete safety training and certifications.

• Ensure uniform and personal appearance is clean and professional, maintain confidentiality of proprietary information, and protect company assets.

• Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than 10 pounds without assistance. Stand, sit, or walk for an extended time period.

• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested.

The Casino Dealer role includes Dealer I-IV, with the ability to play Craps.

Salary: $8 – $16 per hour, plus service charge

CASINO TABLE GAMES OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

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• Perform all pit area duties (e.g., transactions for tables fill and credit, issuance of markers, game openers and closers, and table game schedule sheets).

• Transfer credit documents (e.g. markers, refunds, credit cards, and checks) to and from the Cage and Pit. • Post ratings of players accurately; monitor and re-stock inventory of pit supplies (e.g., rating cards, request forms, openers, and closers).

• Assist with inputting guest information into the computer system; report urgent repairs to the supervisor.

• Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; and complete safety training and certifications.

• Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards, anticipate and address guests’ service needs, assist individuals with disabilities, and thank guests with genuine appreciation. Speak with others using clear and professional language.

• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others, and support team to reach common goals. Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards.

• Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than 10 pounds without assistance; stand, sit, or walk for an extended time period.

• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested.

Salary: $16 - $18 per hour, plus service charge

CONTINUED

SYSTEMS/IT

SYSTEMS MANAGER ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Uses computers and computer systems to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.

• Monitors, verifies and manages the acquisition and maintenance of property based systems.

• Verifies that computer and network operations are monitored at the property, backup/recovery functions are performed on scheduled basis and administration functions for hardware, operating and application systems are maintained and completed on consistent basis.

• Manages IR activities to ensure the property infrastructure and applications systems are functional at all times.

• Provides Internet support and maintenance, cable management support and generates systems communications for property users to introduce new applications, provide user tips, alert users of system problems and inform staff of progress or status.

• Consults on specific application issues or hardware/software problems & provides feedback to Lodging IR on application functional performance and system performance.

• Directs maintenance of Marriott International equipment and installed software applications inventory for property ensuring compliance with licensing regulations.

• Verifies that regular on-going communication is happening in all areas of responsibility to create awareness of business objectives and communicates expectations, recognizes performance and produces desired business results.

• Keeps up-to-date technically and applies new knowledge to the job, and provides a technical perspective to information needs along with cost/ benefits understanding in an influencing role.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

• BS/BSA or equivalent experience; 3-5 years’ experience in Systems or related professional area; • Previous experience in IR Global Field Services or Marriott Systems Support • System-related professional certifications desired.

Salary commensurate with experience; minimum $45K per annum, plus service charge.

SYSTEMS COORDINATOR ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Install, configure, manage, test, evaluate and repair computer networks, workstations, and support server system, supporting hardware/software, user accounts and computer/telephone rooms.

• Provide network communications support and technical guidance.

• Inspect, test, and diagnose computer equipment/systems.

• Ensure backup tapes are locked in a fireproof safe.

• Plan and coordinate information technology-related equipment installations, moves, additions , changes, and system enhancements Salary: $10 - $14 per hour, plus service charge

Candidates may be required to work weekends and holidays.

We encourage candidates to apply and submit a cover letter & resume with the following attachments: Passport Biodata page, Proof of TCI Status (i.e. Belonger Status Card, PRC, or Naturalization/Registration Certificate) and a Valid Police Record. *The above positions may currently be held by work permit holders.

Prospective applicants are also asked to send copies to the Labour Board no later than March 14th, 2022.

Applications are accepted online via www.ritzcarlton.com/careers For any questions, please contact: Human Resources The Ritz-Carlton, Turks & Caicos Email: Jody-Ann.Pratt@ritzcarlton.com The Ritz-Carlton is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. The Ritz-Carlton does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state, or local laws.

February 26 - March 4, 2022 LA COURT NAILS STUDIO Granny Hill, Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

MANAGER/NAIL TECHNICIAN Basic manicures, artificial nails, gel nails, nail repair, and nail polishing. Pedicures and the application of acrylic toenails. Managing office work schedules, etc. $12.00 Hourly

KENNETH NESARAJAH 111, Flame Tree Circle rd, Long Bay Is seeking to employ a

HANDYMAN / LIVE IN HOUSE KEEPER

RECEPTIONIST

Answers telephone calls, Assist Guests office person, and emails. $12.00 Hourly

Property maintenance, fix and maintain mechanical equipment, buildings and machines.

Salary $6,50 hourly

CONTACT: 649-244-2015

CONTACT: 649-231-1467

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. Work Permit Renewal 29122

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29114

DUOLLEY LIGHTBOURN

DANIELLE BISHOP

JOCELY JOSEPH

F.A.B PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

DOMESTIC WORKER

MAINTENANCE WORKER

Blue Hills, Millennium Highway, Providenciales, BLd. #18 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: 342-0052

MANAGER

RECEPTIONIST

CONTACT: 243-5042

CONTACT: 341-8082

BEAUTY FLY SALON

Unit #1 Morris Plaza, Down Town Is seeking to employ a

NAIL TECHNICIAN

CONTACT: 342-4798

ALL STYLE HAIR CUT BARBER SHOP

DUTIES: CLEANING UP AND MINOR REPAIRS AROUND DWELLING MONDAY – FRIDAY 5 DAYS PER WEEK SALARY $6.25 PER HOUR

CONTACT: 344-4801

CONTACT: 649-246-2930

Belongers are to apply to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 29123

CONTACT: 649-347-3882

BEATRICE ADAMS

Basic manicures, artificial nails.

Pedicures and the application of acrylic toenails.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

THIS POSITION IS FOR WORK PERMIT RENEWAL BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SUBMIT A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOR DEPARTMENT 29107

BAMBARRA BAKERY

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

Salary: $7.50 Hourly

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29135

HELPER

Back Road, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

Answers telephone calls, Assist Guests office person, and emails.

Salary: $10.00 hourly

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29116

PROSPECT #10 COOPER JACK BAY PROVIDENCIALES, TCI Is seeking to employ a

CONTACT: 649-332-6772

CLASSIC CLEANERS

2 COOKS

Managing office work schedules, etc.

Salary: $14.00 Hourly

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: $9.50 hourly

CULTURE SALON & SPA

Cinema Plaza, Leeward Highway Is seeking to employ a

#7 Black Crow, Kew Plaza, Kew Town Is seeking to employ a

2 BARBERS

Cutting, trimming, shampooing, or giving shaves. Sterilize scissors, combs, clippers, and other instruments. $7.00 Hourly

CASHIER

Greets customers, receive payment, Issue receipts, and change due to customers. Count money in cash drawers to ensure that amounts are correct and that there is adequate change. $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 441-3791 BELONGERS ONLY APPLY

29138

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29109

CONTACT: 331-9854 BELONGERS ONLY APPLY

29121

CAICOS UPHOLSTERY SERVICES Cooper Jack, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

UPHOLSTERER Examine furniture frames, upholstery, springs and webbing to repair furniture and frames.

Salary: $300.00 Weekly CONTACT: 649-243-5645 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29124

MR. GROUPER

CONTACT: (649) 242-0414

This application is for a First-Time Work Permit.

Belongers with the qualifications and experience are encouraged to apply at the Labour Department, Providenciales, TCI. 29104

ASSOCIATED MEDICAL

DOMESTIC WORKER

BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD. THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER 29113

PASTRY CHEF

Measure and mix ingredients, bake and decorate items, and ensure that all raw and finished goods adhere to quality and food safety standards. $10.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 347-6615

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29106

BLUE HILLS CONSTRUCTION Back Road, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

2 MAINTENANCE WORKERS

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: $8.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 649-346-0002 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29129

The Bight, Providenciales Contact: 331-5699 KITCHEN HELPER $6.25 hourly Keeping the kitchen area clean and tidy at all times also work station for cooking.

TEN & SANCHEZ LTD. Long Bay, Providenciales Contact: 341-4752 2 LABOURERS $6.25 hourly Cleaning up work site of debris and left over materials etc.

DOMINICAN IMPORTS & EXPORTS

Blue Hills, Providenciales, Contact: 341-4752 STORE CLERK - $7.00 hourly Receive payment for goods with cheque, cash etc. Issue receipts and change due to customers.

BELONGERS ONLY APPLY. RENEWAL 29140

THE ANDREW’S COMMUNICATIONS LTD. GROUP OF COMPANIES has a vacancy for a qualified and experienced

FIELD TECHNICIAN

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

• Bs Mechanical Engineering. BS Information Technology.

Advanced formal training in Telecommunications • Must be competent and knowledgeable and able to maintain the infrastructure – hardware and software - integral to a complex Wireless Communications Network • Must be able to liaise with Equipment Manufacturers/ Operators to resolve equipment related problems inclusive of the ability to read schematic drawings and other written specifications.

• Must be able to build and maintain secure websites and mail server systems.

• Salary $2,100.00 per month

EMAIL: AMP@TCIWAY.TC OR FAX: 649-946-4942 NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE CLOSING DATE MARCH 2, 2022 THIS POSITION IS FOR RENEWAL HOWEVER INTERESTED BELONGERS CAN SUBMIT A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOR DEPARTMENT

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

KECHIE

DUTIES: Curls, cuts and colors hair, make-up application, eye brows tinting, manicure and pedicures.

RATE OF PAY: $300.00 PER WEEK

ONE BAKERY ASSISTANT

Leeward Highway Is seeking to employ a

Acting on behalf of

BEAUTICIAN

5A Windwood Drive, Leeward Highway, Is seeking to employ

DWIGHT MILLS

PROFESSIONAL CHEF

Setting up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment. Preparing ingredients to use in cooking, chopping and peeling etc.

Cooking food in various utensils or grillers. $10.00 Hourly

SKY LODGE Bible Street, Blue Hills, Providenciales, TCI Is seeking to employ a

1025 Leeward Highway, Is seeking to employ

• Responsible for general cleaning of bakery equipment.

• Make sure bakery is kept tidy at all times.

• Packing of baking products for distribution.

• Must be honest and have a pleasant attitude towards customers.

• Must be willing to work from 4:00am-1:00pm (long hours). 5 days per week and sometimes weekends.

• Salary: $6.25 hourly CONTACT: 946-4536 EMAIL: INFO@WINECELLAR.TC OR DISCOUNT@TCIWAY.TC FAX: 946-4871

EL RANCHO Norway Rd., Kew Town Is seeking to employ a

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29115

Breeze Brae, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

Prepare and serve food promptly and courteously.

Prepare, prep and cut meat and vegetables.

Salary: $12.00 Hourly

Bay Rd., Blue Hills 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 29132

Five Cays, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29127

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29095

TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDER APPLICANTS PREFERRED. POSITION CURRENTLY HELD BY WORK PERMIT HOLDER. SEND RESUMES TO: KAY@ACLTCI.TC

29035

50 CLASSIFIEDS MY DEES RESTAURANT

MANVILLA PRATT

NOELLE WELDING

Kew Town Is seeking to employ a

My Dees Plaza, Airport Road, North Caicos Is seeking to employ a

CARETAKER / DOMESTIC WORKER

KITCHEN HELPER

WELDER

Preparing the workstation for the cook. Keeping the kitchen area clean and tidy at all times.

Salary: $300.00 Weekly

Weld small and large components such as copper plumbing, beams and pipelines.

6 days per week.

Salary: $8.00 Hourly

Help the patient get dressed, eat, bathe and complete light housekeeping duties, such as dishes or folding laundry. Plan, prepare and monitor meals.

Run errands, remind patients of medications.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 331-8531

CONTACT: 245-1239

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28934

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28957

RENEE LEWIS

SAMUEL ALBERT JOSEPH

RWL Agency Gypsum Cres, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

Snake Hill, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

CARETAKER

DOMESTIC WORKER

Help the patient get dressed, eat, bathe and complete light housekeeping duties, such as dishes or folding laundry. Plan, prepare and monitor meals. Run errands, remind patients of medications.

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

To wash, cook, clean, dust, iron, mop, sweep, do laundry, look after the household, and care for elderly. Must be flexible with time and available to work on some weekends and holidays.

Salary $6.25 hourly.

CONTACT 247-5825

CONTACT: 342-3444

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the labour board. 28976

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28967

THAI ORCHID RESTAURANT

NATIONAL COLONY REALTY PORTS OF CALL

Regent Village, Grace Bay Is seeking to employ a

Is seeking to employ a

LABORER

CHEF

Duties: To clean and maintain premises by removing all trash and debris from homeowners’ properties in accordance to standard sanitary guidelines and procedures.

Must be willing to work 6 days a week including weekends and holidays

Setting up workstations.

Preparing ingredients to use in cooking chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat etc.

Must have experience in cooking Thai food.

Salary: $600.00 Weekly

Applications deadline March 2nd 2022.

CONTACT: 231-0561

INTERESTED APPLICANT CAN EMAIL RESUMES TO: CARE@TCIWAY.TC OR CALL: 347-3465

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28959

This position is for a renewal work permit 28978

D&G DESIGN BUILD 2 DRYWALL MASON 1 ELECTRICIAN

$7.50 Hourly Installation of Wiring, Inspect Transformers and Circuit Breakers and Follow Plans

1 TILER

$6.50 Hourly Installation of Tiles on Floors and Walls and Countertops

2 HOUSEKEEPERS $6.50 Hourly General Cleaning of Constriction Sites

CONTACT 341-1380

Millennium Heights, Providenciales Is seeking:

1 CARPENTER

$6.50 Hourly Mix Mortar, Lay Bricks Plaster

February 26 - March 4, 2022

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$6.50 Hourly Follow Plans, Install Windows Build Cabinets and Wood Work

1 PLUMBER HELPER $6.50 Hourly Installation of Pipes and Fixtures, Equipment, Etc.

1 CONSTRUCTION HELPER $6.50 Hourly Assist with Mason, Carpenter and Tile Work

BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD 28977

Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

NUMBER 1 CHICKEN’S GRILL Airport Road Is seeking to employ a

COOK

CONTACT: 342-6583

Setting up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment.

Preparing ingredients to use in cooking chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat etc. Cooking food in various utensils or grillers.

Salary: $8.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 345-7823

P & D EMPLOYMENT Acting on behalf of Lewell Taylor Phase 2, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Clean yard, wash windows etc.

Salary: $6.25 Hourly CONTACT: 241-1669

RENETTE DOR Norway Road, Kew Town Is seeking to employ a

BABYSITTER

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

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 342-2774

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28935

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28945

Belongers are to apply to the Labour Board. Work Permit Renewal 28906

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28933

SBA GLOBAL WHOLESALE TCI LTD.

SHEFFIELD A. FORBES

SPOTLESS CLEANING SERVICES

T & C SECRETARIAL SERVICES

Next to Price Club Is seeking to employ a

RECEIVING CLERK Must be proficient in logistics, keep records and help with inventory control, assist with sales in store.

Salary based on experience

CONTACT: 231-0390

Front Road, 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: 343-5485

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28938

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28972

Y & B SALON

A TASTE OF ITALY

TEL: 333-1060 Cox Drive # 78, Kew Town

COSMETOLOGY

$ 9.00 hourly (first Time) Braiding hair, shampooing, cutting and styling hair, provide hair treatments, includes deep treatments, permanents hair coloring and weaving.

BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD

29017

Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

KITCHEN HELPER

Assisting the chef with daily tasks of preparation and cooking and general cleaning.

Min 5 years’ experience in commercial kitchen environment Salary: 6.25 hour Hours: 40 per week (day/night/public holidays/ week ends)

CONTACT: 941 7331

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board (Permit renewal) 29005

23 Parede Ave. Town Centre Mall Building Is seeking to employ a

CONTACT: 649-331-0818

Acting on behalf of LUCIENNE ADAMS Maintenance Worker - $10.00 Hourly Maintain mechanical equipment, buildings, and machines.

QUALITY UPHOLSTERY Machinist - $10.00 Hourly Create tools, parts, and objects by operating milling and drilling machines, grinders, and lathes.

HUBERT SAINT-CRY Journeyman - $10.00 Hourly Must have various skills.

FRANCLIN DOSSOU Journeyman - $10.00 Hourly Must have various skills.

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

Belongers are to apply to the Labour Board 28943

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

Salary: $7.00 Hourly

28952

Acting on behalf:

IVETTE DELHOMME

Ti Remy #50 Five Cays, 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.

PASHA JENNING

BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD

28928

ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST

Maintain the flow and drainage of water, air, and other gases by assembling, installing, and repairing pipes, fittings, and plumbing fixtures districtwide. Maintain and provide for the safe condition and operation of all plumbing systems in district facilities.

Salary: $380.00 (First Time)

INTERESTED APPLICANTS INCLUDING ISLANDERS/BELONGERS CAN BRING ALL APPLICATIONS TO EA GROUP 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. WORK PERMIT HOLDERS CURRENTLY HOLD THIS POSITION.

28940

TC AUTO & SALES

Five Cays, Residence # 70 348-0762 MECHANIC MAN $350 WEEKLY (First Time) Testing vehicles, completing preventive maintenance such as, engine tunes ups, oil changes, wheel balancing and replacing filters, etc.

Leeward Palms, #85 347-4500 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.

PORT ATLANTIC CONSTRUCTION

Applicants must possess a minimum of 5 years experience as an engineer and must possess a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering. Must be very detail oriented with good oral and written communication skills. The candidate must have a proven record of working independently, be highly organized, and maintain deadlines. Some holidays and weekend hours may be required to fulfill deadlines.

CONTACT: 649-331-2251

EASY WAY

TRANQUILITY PROPERTY MANAGEMENT LTD. 17 Sailfish Lane I Providenciales, PO Box 433 I Turks and Caicos Islands Is seeking to employ a

Wilson Circle, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

Ganny hills, #96, Give Cays Is seeking to employ a

PLUMBER

CONTACT: 346-6622

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29016

P AND D EMPLOYMENT Acting on behalf of Fresh Farm Produce Whitby, North Caicos Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Dig holes for planting produce, water trees and harvest produce etc.

Salary: $6.25 Hourly CONTACT: 243-2513

Belongers are to apply to the Labour Board 29014

February 26 - March 4, 2022

LORISOL TAYLOR Back Salina, Grand Turk

LETICIA DANETTO HALL

Is seeking to employ a

Back Road, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

PAINTER

CARETAKER

Apply paints, stains, and coatings to interior and exterior walls, new buildings, homes, offices and other structural surfaces.

Salary: $7.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 332-4468

Help the patient get dressed, eat, bathe and complete light housekeeping duties, such as dishes or folding laundry. Plan, prepare and monitor meals. Run errands, remind patients of medications.

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 348-6351

JULIEN LANDSCAPING MANAGEMENT SERVICES #24 behind Mara, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

LANDSCAPER

Mow lawn using a lawnmower or hand. Cut lawn using hand, power or riding mower and trim and edge around walks, flowerbeds, and walls.

Planting flowers, grass, shrubs, and bushes.

Salary: $7 hourly

CONTACT: 347-8022

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29061

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29020

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board Work permit holders currently holds this position 29022

SUMA K. INGHAM

SHARLENE M. JOHNSON

Blue Hills, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

HELPER

His responsibilities are pick up years waste and collect leaves, clean the yard with sweeper, lift garbage bags and cans into garbage truck, pick up yard waste and tree limbs, repair broken furniture and assist with other work when needed.

Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 243-3696

JSS BEAUTY SALON

J’S HANDY HANDS

#45 Residence, Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

Shore Club Road, Long Bay Is seeking to employ a

HAIR DRESSER

CONTACT: 343-4388/247-4509

JV’S TRUCKING SERVICES

JULIAN GARLAND

Glass Shack, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

South Dock Road, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

Blue Hills, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

DOMESTIC WORKER

CLEANER

DOMESTIC WORKER

CONTACT: 346-9428

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: 342-2019

Clean the company property on a daily basis.

Inspect equipment and vehicles for cleanliness.

Scrub, scrape, or spray machine parts, equipment, or vehicles, using scrapers, brushes, clothes, cleaners, disinfectants, insecticides, acid, abrasives, vacuums, and hoses. Salary starts at $6.25 per hour.

GRAMMY’S KITCHEN

GOOD QUALITY STORE

FLAMINGO NEST (VACATION RENTALS)

CONTACT: 649-231-2763

Airport Road Is seeking to employ a

KITCHEN HELPER Preparing the workstation for the cook. Keeping the kitchen area clean and tidy at all times.

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 241-6764

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29027

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29055

ERICA BALINDA K. HANDFIELD

DREAM COME TRUE BOUTIQUE

Old Airport Road 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: 244-0548

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29052

The Bight 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: $8.50 Hourly

CONTACT: 343-1212

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29072

29076

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

MAINTENANCE

Maintain equipment, and machines. Tasks include plumbing, painting, flooring repair, electrical repairs and air conditioning system. $8.00 Hourly

RECEIVING CLERK

Must be proficient in logistics, keep records and help with inventory control, assist with sales in store. $8.00 Hourly

CLEANER

Stocking designated areas, dusting, sweeping, mopping, restroom cleaning etc. $8.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 331-8546 BELONGERS ONLY APPLY

29048

DIRECT DEVELOPMENT LTD.

21 Butterfly Close, Cooper Jack, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER GROUNDSMAN

The incumbent will be responsible for Communication, Research, Sale and Promotion of all products to efficiently reach Sales Targets. Proficiency in Microsoft suite, Experience in Sales & Marketing, Business Administration and a minimum of two years’ experience in a similar discipline would be an asset.

RENEWAL, BELONGER WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE.

FAN FASHION PLUS

EXPORT TOWING

2 SALES CLERKS

MECHANIC

CONTACT: 341-5535

29077

Eddy Laporte Plaza, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

Duties: Assist customers in locating items on the sales floor Retrieve items from storage when needed Restock items Maintain inventory records Answer customers queries Receive order shipments and Place orders

29044

Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

CONTACT: (649) 241-1779

CONTACT: 245-1307

PLEASE APPLY IN CONFIDENCE

BY SENDING DETAILS OF YOUR EXPERIENCE TO THE LABOUR BOARD: THIS IS A FIRST-TIME WORK PERMIT APPLICATION. 29093

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29092

DIANA BAR & RESTAURANT

DEVON COX

DA CONCH SHACK

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 5 days a week.

Salary: $8 Hourly Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29070

LABOURER

ASSISTANT CHEF

CONTACT: 344-1591

Is seeking to recruit a

SALES & MARKETING EXECUTIVE

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

Salary: $10.00 Hourly

#4 Market Place, Leeward Highway 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 29082

CONTACT: 649-232-3545

INTERESTED PERSONS, SUBMIT RESUMES TO EUSEBIA.CARMICHAEL@E-TELECOMSOLUTIONS.COM BY MARCH 18TH 2022. NOTE, ONLY SHORT-LISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED.

29067

Cooper Jack Road 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: $10.00 Hourly

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: 346-2311

HANDY PRO MAINTENANCE

29075

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

INTERLINC LTD.

LEWITT HANDFIELD

Glass Shack, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

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

DOMESTIC WORKER

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29047

RENEWAL, BELONGER WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE.

Cut, shape, and finish rough blocks of building or monumental stone.

Salary: $10.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 331-6662

Phase 2 Wheeland, Providenciales 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 29051

RENEWAL, BELONGER WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE.

STONE CARVER

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

JORDAMIA LIGHTBOURNE

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29026

RENEWAL, BELONGER WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE.

Long Bay Road, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Shampooing, cutting, and styling hair, provide hair treatments, including deep conditioning, permanents, hair coloring, and weaving.

Salary: $6.50 Hourly

RENEWAL, BELONGER WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE

29089

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• • • • • •

#141 Long Bay Road, Long Bay Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

Assisting head chef prepare meals and takes orders.

Salary: $8.50 hourly

(1) LABORER Duties: Keeping surrounding clean. To work 6 days per week.

Salary $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 241-5756

CONTACT: 232-1626

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29090

This position is for work permit renewal Belongers are encouraged to submit a copy of their resume to the Labor Department 29038

CONTACT: 343-0358

51 Bay Road, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

CHEF

Leading and teaching the team in the kitchen.

Menu planning and ordering food and beverages.

Course control.

Salary: $2,200.00 Bi-Weekly

CONTACT: 946-8877

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29058

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PASTOR ANDREA CABRERA

KERENE M. STILES

JENNIFER FORBES

HANDFORD GREEN

GEORGE SIMMONS

Back Salina, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

Hospital Road, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

Breezy Brae, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

Over Back, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

North Back Salina, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

DOMESTIC WORKER

LABOURER

DOMESTIC WORKER

Duties: Regular Cleaning, mopping sweeping, and dusting and any other Chores as needed SALARY: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 346-1143

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

SALARY: $6.50 per hour

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: 242-9270

CONTACT: 244-4427

CONTACT: 241-7030

Belongers are encouraged to Send a copy of their resume To the Labour Board. ThIs position is currently held by a work permit holder. 29030

Belongers are encouraged to Send a copy of their resume To the Labour Board. ThIs position is currently held by a work permit holder. 29031

CRAB TREE AUTO RENTALS

VENEL & WILLIAMS VARIETY STORE

Breezy Brae, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

MECHANIC

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.

Wheeland, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

MAINTENANCE WORKER

Duties: Fixing and/or repairing vehicles and Ensuring they are at road worthiness standards and any other duties as assigned by management.

SALARY: $8.00 per hour

Fix and maintain mechanical equipment, buildings, and machines.

Tasks include plumbing work, painting, flooring repair and upkeep, electrical repairs, heating, and air conditioning system.

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 245-5948

CONTACT: 347-1700

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

This position is currently held By a work permit holder.

29033

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

This position is currently held By a work permit holder.

29032

CONTACT: 341-5512

CONTACT: 241-7318

Belongers are encouraged to Send a copy of their resume To the Labour Board. ThIs position is currently held by a work permit holder. 29029

TIFFANY DANICA THOMAS

T & C SECRETARIAL SERVICES

MECHANIC

BABYSITTER

MC WATER DELIVERY MAINTENANCE WORKER - $10.00 Hourly Maintain mechanical equipment, buildings, and machines.

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

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 232-5905

CONTACT: 232-3279

STEELMAN

Duties: To cut and tie steel for building columns, floors and walls.

SALARY: US$8.00 per hour

Bld. #38, Glass Shack, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

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: $11.00 Hourly

Waterloo Road, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

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

SALARY: $6.50 per hour

Liwel Marina #26 Is seeking to employ a

TREASURE HUNTERS TOUR

ERIC SKIPPINGS

Wilson Circle, Blue Hills Acting on behalf of

CARNEY GARDINER MAINTENANCE WORKER - $10.00 Hourly Maintain mechanical equipment, buildings, and machines.

EDNOR SIFFRARD JOURNEYMAN - $10.00 Hourly Must have various skills.

HF ALL STARS VARIETY STORE JOURNEYMAN - $10.00 Hourly Must have various skills.

Belongers are asked to submit a copy of their resume to the Labour Office.

This is a first time Work Permit application. 29019

SUNSET CAFÉ BAR & GRILL

32B Loney’s Place, Airport Road, Provo Is seeking to employ a

KITCHEN HELPER Preparing ingredients for the chef. Washing/ drying dishes. Task may vary depending on needs of the chef.

Monday-Saturday.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 231-6318

Belongers are encouraged to Send a copy of their resume To the Labour Board. This Position is currently held by a work permit holder. 29034

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

A work permit holder currently holds this position. 29054

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29021

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29059

Belongers are to apply to the 29025 Labour Board

CONTACT: 649-331-2251

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29023

SHAUDLY GARDINER

SCOOTIE & JOSE MECHANICS & BODY SHOP

SAMMY’S SEAFOOD RESTAURANT

R.C.N.M CONSTRUCTION

MECHANIC

COOK

Blue Hills, Provindenciales 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: 241-2950

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29028

NEHITHO MOVIL

Kitch and Penn Bld., Old Airport Road Is seeking to employ a

Kew Town Is seeking to employ a

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: $12.00 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: $8.00 hourly

CONTACT: 243-4905

CONTACT: 341-0900

#26 Aviation Drive, South Side Plaza Is seeking to employ a

PIERRIK MARZIOU

PAINTER

SHOE COBBLER

DOMESTIC WORKER

Apply paints, stains, and coatings to interior and exterior walls, new buildings, homes, offices and other structural surfaces.

Salary: 10.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 342-1964

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29043

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29084

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29053

MW MP

MERVIN FORBES Providenciales

MARKENLEY AMILCAR

Is seeking to employ a

Front Road, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

DOMESTIC WORKER

South Dock Road Is seeking to employ a

Back Road, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

NANNY

LABOURER

Taking care of the child, cleaning the house and cooking.

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

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

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: 348-4608

CONTACT: 231-2650

CONTACT: 649-241-3881

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29042

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29060

QUICK STEP SHOE REPAIR

43 Boll weevil Avenue, Five Cays 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 29056

Fix, clean, protect & repair all different styles of shoes.

Salary: $9 hourly CONTACT: 231-6318

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: 231-0309

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

A work permit holder currently holds this position. 29024

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29063

MAMA’S TIRE SHOP AND ACCESSORIES

LUXURY STUDIO BARBERSHOP

Millennium Highway, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

MECHANIC

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

Completing preventive maintenance such as, engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire changes, wheel balancing, and replacing filters. $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 346-7403

CONTACT: 344-9938

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29050

Prince of Wales, Leeward Is seeking to employ a

TIRE REPAIR

Balance tires for all vehicles, order tires for all vehicles in the fleet, order patches and plugs for tires. $6.25 Hourly

Belongers are to apply to the Labour Board. Work Permit Renewal 29049

Unit#16 Market Place, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

BARBER

Cutting, trimming, shampooing, and styling hair, trimming beards, or giving shaves. Clean and sterilize scissors, combs, clippers, and other instruments.

Salary $6.25 hourly

CONTACT 1-649-247-2169 OR RICHMONDGROUP1@GMAIL.COM

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29037

February 26 - March 4, 2022

ADVERTISE

IN THIS SPACE! ONLY

$33 PER WEEK

CALL 946-4664

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WRIGHTFULLY FIT FITNESS CENTER Unit 23 / 24 Saltmills plaza Grace bay road

FRONT DESK ATTENDANT

Greeting customers signing up new members, renewing current memberships opening or closing the gym, keep the gym in order by re racking weights, light cleaning, ordering supplies. 7. 00 hr CONTACT NUMBER 649 941 3300

BETWEEN 9AM AND 4PM OR EMAIL RESUME TO JOHN@WRIGHTFULLYFIT.COM BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD

Also welcoming certified independent trainers that wants to train clients here or outsource our spacious Aerobic classroom!! 28997

Heaving Down Rock, Leeward Settlement, Providenciales

1 LABOURER Trade wind Industries Ltd. seeks to employ a Labourer with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in the domestic cultivation of Caribbean queen conch and a familiarity with warm water finfish. The position involves of cleaning and waste removal from conch ponds, fish tanks, sorting, counting, relocating and harvesting of conch and fish / repairs and maintenance to off-shore conch pens. 50% of this job is spent in seawater and applicants need to be expert swimmers and skilled at working underwater with a snorkel.

Other related duties and necessary duties may be assigned.

Compensation at $8.00 per hour.

29018

TC AGGRESSOR II/CAICOS LIVEABOARD DIVING LTD. Is seeking to employ a

CHEF FOR CRUISE VESSEL

• Prior experience as chef, preparing and presenting 3 meals/day plus 2 snacks for 25 people • Experience in menu planning, purchasing, inventory control and managing budget.

• Ability to prepare weekly menus to accommodate guest special request such as vegetarian, Gluten free, vegan, kosher etc.

• Must have current certifications in first Aid, fire prevention and firefighting. STCW • Certifications in food safety and handling

29159

HORIZON CONSTRUCTION LTD. #7 THE VENETIAN, VENETIAN RD. PROVIDENCIALES. T: 431-2971

PROJECT ENGINEER MANAGER

Plans and directs all aspects of engineering activities within the organization. Ensures all engineering projects, initiatives, and processes are in conformance with the organization's established policies and objectives. Demonstrates expertise in a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

Performs a variety of tasks. Leads and directs the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Reports to top management.

Andaz Turks and Caicos Residences at Grace Bay is a luxury boutique hotel nestled along the shore of the world’s number one beach Grace Bay. We are seeking determined and energetic professionals who provide discreet yet personalized and attentive service that well defines the Andaz Turks and Caicos experience.

MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL & PLUMBING COORDINATOR

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Take overall responsibility for the performance and quality control of all MEP trades. This includes but is not limited to the following scope of work: Mechanical, Plumbing, Ductwork, Sprinklers, Building Controls, Electrical, Generator, Fire Alarm, Tele/Data, AV, Security, CCTV, Electronic door Locks, Site Utilities including STP and Fire Protection.

• Implement and manage Andaz Turks and Caicos Residences MEP coordination process to resolve all conflicts prior to start.

• Assist the Project Manage as necessary in estimating change orders.

• Evaluate the complexity of the mechanical/electrical design and estimate both the construction cost and maintenance.

• Ensure the constructability of the design and compatibility with local building codes and the end user’s requirements.

• Outline work to be performed by the mechanical and electrical subcontractors, phasing work, problem encountered in scheduling, quality of work, etc.

• Check all underground piping as it is being installed and ensure all heavy pipe and other mechanical equipment is in place before walls are poured.

REQUIREMENTS

• Requires a current drug test • Computer literate • Certified dive instructor or dive master is preferred.

• Rotation is 6 weeks on and 3 weeks off.

7 days a week including holidays and Sundays.

• Will be living on the vessel, shared room and board provided.

• Must be a team player and able to follow captain’s order. Salary $ 400.00/week

BELONGERS ONLY NEED TO APPLY CONTACT 649-241-1842 EMAIL: CLADAGGRESSOR@GMAIL.COM

V A C A N C Y

The MEP Coordinator’s main responsibility is to lead the effort in coordinating, scheduling and managing the mechanical, electrical, Fire, BAS and plumbing design and construction issues from preconstruction through construction to ensure the successful completion of Andaz Turks and Caicos Residences quality standards.

TRADE WIND INDUSTRIES LTD.

INTERESTED APPLICANTS SHOULD SUBMIT THEIR RESUME WITH QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE TO: INFO@SAUNDERS.TC AND THE TCI EMPLOYMENT SERVICES AND LABOUR DEPARTMENT. THE POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

J O B

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or higher, fifteen [15] years’ experience in managing projects, Fellow or Chartered Member of an industry related professional body, Competent in the use of Microsoft Project, MS Office; AutoCAD drawings and other technical drawings.

Starting Salary $52,000 per annum ALL INTERESTED APPLICANTS, PLEASE SEND RESUMES TO INFO@HO2GROUP.COM. QUALIFIED BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY TO THE LABOUR DEPARTMENT, PROVIDENCIALES. ONLY THOSE RECEIVING AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED. THIS POSITION IS BEING ADVERTISED FOR A WORK PERMIT RENEWAL 29141

• Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering with minimum 8 years’ experience • Must has strong grasp of all mechanical, electrical, plumbing, Fire protection and low-voltage systems • General understanding of Building Codes, Mechanical Codes, Electrical Codes and Plumbing Codes as they relate to construction of project • Previous client-side role for the design, construction and handover of top brand hotels • A full understanding of a top brand hotels specification and requirements, including the running and maintenance required, including developing the O and M manuals and maintenance schedule.

• Previous experience in the interface of the BAS and PMS for a major hotel.

• Had previous experience in the production of commissioning programs and procedures, including the demonstration of all MEP services to the end user and local authorities for major hotels.

Salary: $80k to $100k per annum based on qualifications and experience.

PLEASE APPLY IN WRITING, ADDRESSED TO HUMAN RESOURCES, ANDAZ TURKS AND CAICOS RESIDENCES, GRACEBAY, EMAIL; HR@ANDAZTCRESIDENCES.COM. QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED FOR AN INTERVIEW.

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

29079

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CHEAP CAR RENTAL

CEICLY ROBINSON

CARRABEL R. GEORGE

CAICOS P. CONSTRUCTION

MECHANIC

DOMESTIC WORKER

1 CARPENTER

CABINET MAKER

DOMESTIC WORKER

CONTACT: 649-241-8141

CONTACT: 232 6095

Millennium Highway, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

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: $7.50 Hourly

#6 Harmony Close, 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

CONTACT: 649-941-3857

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29065

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29083

BLUE HILLS CONSTRUCTION

BENONI BAZILE

LABOURER

LABOURER

CONTACT: 331-8154

Back Road, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

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

Salary: $8.00 Hourly CONTACT: 649-346-0002

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29064

The Bight Is seeking to employ a

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

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 341-1956

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29080

TCI PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS SERVICES Acting on behalf

PERFECT POLISH CLEANING SERVICE

#8 Wilson cir, blue hills, Providenciales, (649) 2413048 CLEANER (Cleaning condos, villas etc. $7.00. Position held by Work Permit Holder Applicant must live on property.

ANTWANN MISICK

#123 Phase 2 Millennium Height, Provo, 3461021 DOMESTIC WORKER (Cleaning outside, wash, cook, clean) $6.50 hourly Position held by work permit holder

MR. GROUPER

Princess Drive, Provo, 344-1778 LABOURER (Sweep the property, collect leave, clean window) $7.00 hourly. Positions held by work permit Holder BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY ONLY. ALSO SEND ALL RESUMES TO TCIPROBUSINESS@GMAIL.COM AND THE EMPLOYMENT SERVICES.

GEORGE GLINTON Residence, Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Blue Hills, Provo Is seeking to employ a

Applicant must be honest, reliable and always willing to work. Carpentry on all properties including my dwelling home.

Salary: $8.00 Hourly

Measure, cut, or shape wood, plastic, and other materials.

Make cabinets Salary: $9.00 hourly

MASON

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

ANNIE ELIZAIRE DELANCY

ANALIA LAINE-FORBES

AISHA LAPORTE

A-1 AUTO TACT

HELPER

DOMESTIC WORKER

DOMESTIC WORKER

BOAT WORKER

Back Road, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

Help the patient get dressed, eat, bathe and complete light housekeeping duties, such as dishes or folding laundry. Plan, prepare and monitor meals. Run errands, remind patients of medications.

Salary: $6.50 Hourly

CONTACT: 346-4928

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29062

South Dock Road 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: 342-0681

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29081

J.S. JOHNSON INSURANCE AGENTS & BROKERS Is seeking to employ a

INSURANCE CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE • With knowledge in General Insurance Marketing, Underwriting and Account Executive.

• A Certificate/Diploma in Insurance would be an asset • Applicants must be motivated and have a good understanding of clients’ insurance requirements.

• Salary ranges between $2,500 - $3,000 monthly.

Please send resume to: Human Resource Manager, J.S. Johnson Insurance Agents & Brokers, # 34 Collins Avenue, Nassau, Bahamas and Labour Department, Providenciales, and/or Email: cdean@jsjohnson.com 29004

MARIE CHANTALES CHERY DOMINIQUE Behind Mara Bld. #6 Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Repairs, maintains and alters buildings, retaining walls and other brick or stone edifices. Mixes mortar; lays bricks and stones and/or concrete sidewalks; makes and repairs steps and plasters.

Salary: $12.00 Hourly

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

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 347-9345

CONTACT: 244-0914

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29133

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29119

To care for children Clean house and cook $6.50 an hour

BONDY FIDELE VARIETY STORE

Renewal work permit Belongers are encouraged to submit a copy of the resume to the Labor Department

29036

Breezy Brae, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

#32 Priton Homes Millennium Highway, Provo Is seeking to employ a

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29066

TURKS AND CAICOS ISLAND BELONGERS ONLY, NEED APPLY

MARVIN SIMMONS CONTRACTING

BRIDGETTE BEEN

This position is for first time applicant Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29046

CONTACT: 441-4457

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 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29108

Fleuridor’s Motors Building #59, Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

CONTACT: 344-3659

29039

13A Long Bay Heights, Long Bay, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

Ensuring a safe environment, preparing and giving meals, bathing and assisting children, administering medicine, doing housework, and disciplining children when necessary.

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 649-232-9590 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29091

CONTACT: 344-4561

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29045

South Dock Rd. Is seeking to employ a

Loading and Unloading the boat.

Salary: $300.00 Weekly

CONTACT: 231-0098

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29041

CLOVERLEAF AGENCY – 246-7382 On behalf of our clients

CHARLIE’S CONSTRUCTION Major Hill, North Caicos

CARPENTER / CABINET MAKER Rate: $12.00 hr Making cabinets, install contractures and fixtures

DORRADO DEAN Leeward Palm, Providenciales

EQUIPMENT OPERATOR (New) Rate: $6.50 hr Description: Drive and control equipment and vehicles. eg: Bulldozers

BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGE TO APPLY TO THE LABOUR BOARD, ALL RENEWALS ARE CURRENTLY HELD BY WORK PERMIT HOLDERS.

28968

LEWIS M. DURHAM

LAQUITA GLINTON-PARAGH South Back Salina, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

LAKESHA JOSEPH

North Creek, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

MASON

DOMESTIC WORKER

DOMESTIC WORKER

CONTACT: 232-1336

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29137

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: $15.00 Hourly Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29117

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

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 243-8126

12 Musgrove Cl., 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

CONTACT: 441-3791

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29139

February 26 - March 4, 2022 ARTHUR BEEN

Moore’s Alley, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER Duties: To clean and

CHIOMAL JEAN CHARLES

BRIDGETTE MISICK

South Suburbs, Grand Turk. Is seeking to employ a

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Sexual harassment and assault linked to high blood pressure in women, study says WOMEN who experience sexual violence, workplace sexual harassment or both have a higher long-term risk of developing high blood pressure than women with no such trauma, according to new research.

Hypertension is a key risk factor for cardiovascular disease.

Cardiovascular disease is the top killer of women, causing 1 in 3 deaths each year, the American Heart Association reports.

Statistics show that up to 44% of women report sexual assault and up to 80% of women report workplace sexual harassment, yet this exposure is “not widely recognised as a contributor to women’s cardiovascular health,” said study author Rebecca Lawn, a postdoctoral research fellow in epidemiology at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health in Boston, in a statement.

“Our finding that experiencing both sexual assault and workplace sexual harassment had the highest risk of hypertension underscores the potential compounding effects of multiple sexual violence exposures on women’s long-term cardiovascular health,” Lawn said.

ABUSE IN PUBLIC AND PRIVATE LIVES The study, published Tuesday in the Journal of the American Heart Association, analyzed data from a 2008 report from the ongoing Nurses’ Health Study II, one of the National Institutes of Health’s largest investigations into risk factors for major chronic disease in women.

Women who reported having experienced both sexual assault and workplace sexual harassment had a 21% increased risk of hypertension, a new study found.

Over 33,000 women with no history of high blood pressure provided information in 2008 about their exposure to sexual violence and other trauma. The women, who were mostly White, middle-aged nurses, also answered questions about post-traumatic stress disorder and depression.

The women were reevaluated in 2015, seven years later. At that time, medical records revealed about 1 in 5 of the women had developed high blood pressure, with the highest risk for women who had experienced sexual trauma in their work and private lives.

Women who reported having experienced both sexual assault and workplace sexual harassment had a 21% increased risk of hypertension, the study found. Women who said they had experienced workplace sexual harassment had a 15% higher risk, while women who reported

experiencing sexual assault had an 11% higher risk of high blood pressure than women with no sexual trauma.

“We did not find any association of increased risk for hypertension among women who had a history of other types of trauma and who did not experience sexual violence, suggesting that increased hypertension risk does not appear to be associated with all trauma exposure,” Lawn said.

‘BODY IS TELLING THE STORY’ Past research also points to a significant correlation between sexual trauma and health risks for women.

A 2008 study clinically measured blood pressure in over a thousand low-income, racially diverse workers and found sexual harassment to be linked to increased hypertension in

women.

“In a sense, the body is telling the story,” Nancy Krieger, author of the 2008 study, told CNN in a former interview. Krieger is a professor of social epidemiology, in the department of social and behavioral sciences at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.

“Not everyone is able and willing to identify what happened to them, but that doesn’t prevent the body from having opinions about it and expressing them,” said Krieger, who directs Chan’s interdisciplinary concentration on women, gender and health.

A 2019 study using clinical measurements found women who reported workplace sexual harassment had higher blood pressure than women who did not.

In fact, the blood pressure was high enough to put the women at risk for stroke, aneurysms, kidney disease, heart attacks and other forms of heart disease, the study found. Sexual harassment was also linked to higher levels of triglycerides, a key risk factor for heart disease.

“There was a lack of striking differences in the health outcomes between women who were sexually assaulted or sexually harassed, which speaks to the universality of these types of experiences,” said senior author of the 2019 study, Rebecca Thurston, in a prior interview.

Thurston is a professor of psychiatry at University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine.

But that’s not all. Thurston’s study also used clinical measurements to study sleep and emotional health, and found that women who reported

Fossil of largest Jurassic pterosaur found on Skye THE world’s largest Jurassic pterosaur - a 170-million-year-old winged reptile - has been found protruding from the rocks of the Isle of Skye.

PhD student Amelia Penny spotted its sharp-toothed jaw in a layer of ancient limestone on Skye’s coast.

That initial discovery, in 2017, has now been followed up with detailed examination of the fossil skeleton.

Those studies, published in the journal Current Biology, show the flying lizard had a 2.5m (8ft) wingspan.

The research, led by PhD student Natalia Jagielska, also revealed the creature was a species new to science.

It has now been given the Gaelic name Dearc sgiathanach (pronounced Jark Ski-an-Ach), in honour of the Isle of Skye.

Researchers from the Hunterian Museum, in Glasgow, and the Staffin Museum, on Skye, had to extract the rock slab entombing the fossil - a painstaking process and noisy process racing the incoming tide - and bring it to the University of Edinburgh.

But it was well worth the effort.

“Dearc is a fantastic example of why palaeontology will never cease to be astounding,” Ms Jagielska said.

“Pterosaur fossils as complete as this are very rare.

“As flying animals, their bones are really light, just like today’s birds.

“That makes them incredibly

fragile and so they don’t usually preserve as fossils.”

The remarkable condition and completeness of this specimen particularly the detail preserved in its skull - has already allowed scientists from the universities of Edinburgh and St Andrews and National Museums Scotland, where the fossil will be displayed and studied further, to conclude Dearc had good eyesight.

“We look forward to studying Dearc in greater detail to discover more about how it lived and its behaviour,” Ms Jagielska added.

Prof Steve Brusatte, of the University of Edinburgh, who was leading the Isle of Skye field trip, called it “a superlative Scottish fossil”.

The pterosaur would have flown the Skye skies 170 million years ago.

prior sexual assault were three times more likely to experience depression and twice as likely to have elevated anxiety than women without a history of sexual trauma.

The study also found women who experienced either sexual assault or harassment were twice as likely to have sleep problems, including insomnia.

PHYSICIANS SHOULD ASK ABOUT SEXUAL TRAUMA With heart disease being the No. 1 killer of women, it’s time for physicians to ask patients about their history of sexual trauma, and for women to open up, Lawn said.

“These results suggest that screening for a broader range of experiences of sexual violence in routine health care, including sexual harassment in the workplace, as well as verbal harassment or assault, and being aware of and treating potential cardiovascular health consequences may be beneficial for women’s longterm health,” she said.

“Reducing sexual violence against women, which is important in its own right, may also provide a strategy for improving women’s lifetime cardiovascular health,” she added.

More research is needed on sexual trauma in diverse populations and ages, Lawn said, including race, ethnicity and gender.

“Although women are disproportionately victims of sexual violence, men are also victims and the physical health implications of experiences of sexual violence against men warrants further investigation,” she said. (CNN)

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Infertility treatments raise risk of heart and pregnancy complications, study finds IF you are one of the millions of women who plan to use infertility treatments to have a baby, be aware that new research found women may be at increased risk for vascular and pregnancy-related complications, especially if they are 35 or older.

“Advancing maternal age -specifically being age 35 and older -- increases the risk of having or developing conditions, such as chronic high blood pressure, that increase the risk of pregnancy complications,” said study author Dr. Pensée Wu, senior lecturer and honorary consultant obstetrician and subspecialist in maternal fetal medicine at Keele University School of Medicine in Staffordshire, UK, in a statement.

The study, published Tuesday in the Journal of the American Heart Association, compared more than 106,000 deliveries in which the baby was conceived with assisted reproductive technology to more than 34 million births conceived without such aid.

Women who used infertility treatments had more preexisting health conditions, such as high blood pressure and diabetes, and were more likely to be obese when they started

treatment, the study found.

Women using assisted reproductive technology to get pregnant had a 2.5 times higher risk of acute kidney failure and a 65% higher risk for an irregular heartbeat.

They also had a 57% higher risk of placental abruption, when the placenta separates from the inner wall of the uterus before birth. The women were also 38% more likely to need a cesarean delivery, and 26% more likely to have the baby born prematurely.

A limitation of the study was that it did not compare different fertility treatments, which is an “important distinction,” said Chicago reproductive endocrinology and infertility specialist Dr. Sigal Klipstein, via email. She was not involved in the study.

“A woman requiring a short course of fertility pills in order to conceive and a woman requiring multiple cycles of IVF (in vitro fertilization) were all lumped together in this study,” said Klipstein, a liaison member of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists’ Committee on Ethics.

“There may be significant differences between groups based

Women who used infertility treatments had more preexisting health conditions.

on type of fertility treatment, length of treatment, and time between treatment and conception,” she said.

There were increased risks for women who underwent fertility treatments even when they had no preexisting symptoms of heart disease, the study also found.

“We were surprised that assisted

reproductive technology was independently associated with these complications, as opposed to being associated with only the existence of pre-existing health conditions or only among older women undergoing infertility treatment,” Wu said.

That finding did not surprise Klipstein. “It is often the underlying

infertility, and not the fertility treatment, that is associated with worse outcomes.”

She pointed to PCOS, or polycystic ovary syndrome, a common hormonal disorder in women. It’s a leading cause of infertility and also comes with an increased lifetime risk of cardiovascular disease. Women with PCOS are seven times more likely to suffer a heart attack, she said.

“According to the current study, 1 in 5 women enter pregnancy with a history of cardiovascular risk factors,” Klipstein said, which can raise health risks for the woman as she carries and delivers her child.

In her view, Klipstein said the main message of the study is the need for women to address any risk factors for heart disease prior to getting pregnant if that is possible. Women can focus on losing weight, lowering high blood pressure and getting their cholesterol under control, she said.

“The take home message is that physicians should counsel all women with preexisting cardiovascular risk factors who might become pregnant about pregnancy related risks, whether or not they have a history of infertility,” she added. (CNN)

Global warming and land use change to drive more extreme wildfires EXTREME wildfires are set to become more frequent, increasing by around 50% by the end of this century, according to a new UN report.

The report finds there’s an elevated risk in the Arctic and other regions previously unaffected by fires.

The scientists define extreme fires as extraordinary conflagrations that occur roughly once in a hundred years.

Researchers say that rising temperatures and changes to the way we use land will drive the increase.

The new study calls for a radical reallocation of financial resources from fighting fires to prevention.

The scientists from the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) say that large fires that burn for weeks are already becoming hotter and burning longer in many parts of the planet where wildfires have always occurred.

This latest study says that there will be a global increase in extreme fires of up to 14% by 2030, compared to the number recorded in 20102020. The increase could reach 30% by 2050 and 50% by the end of the century.

“The analysis was based on the definition of a catastrophic fire being one that would occur once every 100 years, so it’s a very low frequency

Scientists say that large fires that burn for weeks are already becoming hotter and burning longer in many parts of the planet.

fire event,” said Dr Andrew Sullivan from the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) in Canberra, Australia.

“The result was that the potential for that sort of fire would increase by a factor of 1.3 to 1.5 times, based on global analysis of fire frequency.”

The results were similar in a low or high carbon emissions scenario.

The study defines extreme conflagrations as fires that are extraordinary or unusual - but this definition can differ markedly depending on your location.

“If you imagine a peat fire in the

Arctic, it’s spreading at centimetres an hour. It’s not necessarily a raging inferno, but it’s unusual and spreading over immense areas because there’s no one there to do anything about it,” said Dr Sullivan.

“A fire like this in the peatlands is an extreme fire, but it’s not what you would envisage as being an extreme fire if you lived in California.”

And even though the study only makes projections on extreme events, the authors believe that lesser incidents of wildfire will also increase as land use changes and populations increase. This could

have significant implications for climate change as the extra burning will increase the amount of carbon emitted into the atmosphere.

But the change in frequency will vary depending on a number of local factors. The world is likely to see more fires in Arctic regions because climate change is having such a major impact in the region.

However in Africa, where about two thirds of the world’s wildfires now occur, there are likely to be fewer fires in the coming decades as a growing population is clearing more forest areas for farmland.

“In Africa, the number of fires is decreasing, because of the change in land use and the intensification of agriculture,” said Dr Glynis Humphrey from the University of Cape Town.

“Our percentage of area burned is actually decreasing, and our fires are becoming smaller and smaller, because of the reduction in fuel load.”

The authors are calling on governments to change their model of spending on large fires.

Right now, the study says that planning and prevention receives less than 1% of funding while firefighting takes over half of the available budget.

Many governments have good intentions in terms of spending more on planning and prevention - but the reality on the ground is different.

“We need to invest more in fire prevention, in full management, also in allowing fires to fulfil their ecological roles,” said Prof Paulo Fernandes, from the Universidade de Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro in Portugal, one of the report’s authors.

“But then, when things get hot, their response will be to deviate from the policy that’s supposed to be in place. In places like California they talk a lot, but then in terms of action, they put the money always in the same place, in firefighting.” (BBC)

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UEFA, FIFA ‘monitoring the situation’ in light of escalating Russia-Ukraine crisis UEFA and FIFA say they are “monitoring the situation” as the escalating Russia-Ukraine crisis threatens to impact key European and international football matches due to take place in both countries.

It comes after Western nations announced a tranche of sanctions against Moscow in a bid to deter further aggression after Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered the deployment of troops into separatistheld parts of eastern Ukraine in what the Kremlin called a “peacekeeping” mission.

St. Petersburg is poised to stage the UEFA Champions League Final -the biggest match in men’s European club football -- on Saturday, May 28.

The Krestovsky Stadium, which is sponsored by Russian state-owned company Gazprom, previously hosted matches at the 2018 FIFA World Cup and UEFA Euro 2020.

It had initially been slated to stage last year’s showpiece event, but this was pushed back to 2022 after Istanbul missed out on hosting the event in 2020 due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Covid-19 travel restrictions in Turkey subsequently forced UEFA

given what the Putin regime is doing.”

Four English teams -- Manchester City, Manchester United, Chelsea and Liverpool -- are among the 16 teams left in this year’s competition.

A view of the UEFA Champions League trophy during the 2021/22 Round of 16 Draw at UEFA headquarters on December 13, 2021.

to move last year’s final to Portugal for the second year running.

“With regard to the 2022 UEFA Champions League final in St Petersburg, we would like to inform you that UEFA is constantly and closely monitoring the situation and any decision would be made in due course if necessary. UEFA has no further comments to make at present,” a UEFA spokesperson told

CNN Tuesday.

UK Foreign Secretary Liz Truss said Wednesday that English teams should boycott May’s final -- if they make it -- as a result of Russia’s actions.

“If I was on an English team, I would boycott it,” Truss told British radio station LBC. “I would personally not want to be playing in a football match in St. Petersburg

RUSSIAN AND UKRAINIAN TEAMS IN UEFA, FIFA COMPETITIONS There are no Ukrainian teams left in any of UEFA’s major men’s or women’s club competitions, while there are no Russian clubs remaining in either the men’s or women’s UEFA Champions League or the men’s UEFA Conference League.

Russian side Zenit St. Petersburg is, though, one of two teams remaining in the men’s UEFA Europa League competition. They are set to play the second leg of their knockout round-of-32 playoff tie against Real Betis in Spain on Thursday. Zenit currently trail 3-2 in the tie.

Spartak Moscow has already qualified through to the Round of 16 by virtue of finishing top of their group in the Group Stages.

UEFA also announced that it had taken the decision to postpone the UEFA Youth League Round of 16 tie

between Dynamo Kyiv and Sporting Lisbon, which was scheduled to be played in Kyiv on March 2.

The match is now due to take place a week later on March 9, with UEFA adding that it “is in contact with the two clubs for any further decision.”

On the international scene, Russia is scheduled to host Poland in a men’s 2022 FIFA World Cup qualifier playoff semifinal on March 24. The game is due to be held at the VTB Arena in Moscow.

The winner of that tie would then face Sweden or the Czech Republic at home on March 29 for a place at November’s finals.

Ukraine also features in the playoffs. It’s due to play Scotland away in Glasgow on March 24 in the semifinal and, should it be victorious, would then be away again to either Wales or Austria on March 29 to secure a place in Qatar.

FIFA told CNN it is “monitoring the situation.”

Manchester City and Ukraine star Oleksandr Zinchenko took to social media Tuesday to voice his support for Ukrainians amid an escalation of tensions with Russia. (CNN)

Jason Kenny: Great Britain’s most successful Olympian retires JASON Kenny, Great Britain’s most successful Olympian of all time, has retired to take up a coaching job with British Cycling.

The 33-year-old won seven gold medals and two silvers between 2008 and 2021.

“A massive part of me would love to continue and try to get to Paris and I’m a little bit sad in a way to not do that,” he told BBC Breakfast.

“The opportunity at British Cycling to be a coach might not be there in three years. I thought I’d take it now.”

Kenny, who was knighted in the New Year Honours list, won team sprint gold in Beijing 2008, London 2012 and Rio 2016, individual sprint in 2012 and 2016 and the keirin in 2016 and Tokyo 2020.

“That keirin in Tokyo was special to me,” he said. “It was an amazing race. If you could pick one to end on, that would always be. That did play a small part in it. That will be my last ever race, to finish on something so special on the last day of the Olympics.”

That win made him the most

successful cyclist in Olympic history from any country. He also won silver in sprint in 2008 and team sprint last year.

His wife, Laura Kenny, 29, who was also made a Dame in the New Year Honours, is the joint most decorated female athlete for Team GB, with five golds and one silver medal.

WHY HAS HE MADE THE DECISION NOW? Kenny had previously said he was “not very optimistic” of being at Paris 2024 because of injuries.

“It’s a combination of things,” he told the BBC. “The opportunity came up at British Cycling to be a coach and it’s something I wanted to do when I stopped anyway and it might not be there in three years so I thought for the sake of three years, I don’t know if I can do three more years anyway, I thought I’d take the opportunity now.

“I’m really sad. It’s all I’ve ever known is racing and training. I’m sad on that front but excited to start this new journey.

Jason Kenny was 20 when he went to his first Olympic Games in 2008.

“It’s a step into the unknown. I’ve worked with amazing coaches and I’m trying to unlock my memories of what I remember as a rider and what I liked.”

BRITISH CYCLING ‘AT A CROSSROADS’ British Cycling - one of the country’s best-funded and most successful sports - was also one of several sporting organisations criticised by a 2017 review for its culture in pursuit of success, including Olympic medals.

Ex-riders spoke of “a culture of fear”, there was an apology over

bullying and doping claims, and a 39-point action plan was introduced to improve athlete welfare.

And last year, former British Cycling and Team Sky chief doctor Richard Freedman was found guilty by a medical tribunal of ordering a banned substance to help an unnamed rider to cheat.

Asked about British Cycling now, Kenny replied: “I’d say it’s at a crossroads. If we take the right road we can be successful, a good organisation moving forward.

“Hopefully a sustainable organisation. We’ve had turbulence

in the last few years, restructure, new staff coming in. It’s important we look after performance but do it in the right way. The next few years are really important.

“Being an athlete is really hard.

There’s a misconception they’re treated like gods and paid millions.

For the most part, being an athlete is really unpleasant. We want to make it as positive as possible.

They’re happy to go through it because everyone has that dream of winning. We have to be behind them, supporting them as best we can.

(BBC)

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Former Dolphins head coach claims he was offered money to keep quiet after firing

Camille Herron also broke the 12-hour world record by running 94.5 miles in that time.

Camille Herron: American ultrarunner breaks own 100mile women’s world record AMERICAN endurance athlete Camille Herron has broken her own women’s world record in winning the USA Track and Field 100-mile Championships in Nevada.

The 40-year-old beat her previous mark by almost a minute and a half, winning in 12 hours 41 minutes 11 seconds - averaging around 7:37 minutes per mile.

She finished almost half an hour ahead of first male athlete Arlen Glick, who came home in 13:10:25.

“What a difference a year makes,”

said Herron, who was fourth in 2021.

“I came back healthy, humbled, hungry to redeem myself, and [ready] to let the magic come out.”

In her first event as a Masters racer in the 40-44 age range, she also broke the 50-mile world record in that age group with a time of 6:08:24.

Herron’s previous 100-mile world record time of 12:42:40 had stood since November 2017, when she smashed the old mark, held by Ann Trason, by more than an hour. (BBC)

FORMER Miami Dolphins head coach Brian Flores said team owner Stephen Ross offered him millions of dollars to keep quiet after he was fired in January.

In his first interview since joining the Pittsburgh Steelers coaching staff, Flores, who is suing the Dolphins, the NFL and other teams alleging racial discrimination, told HBO Real Sports’ Bryant Gumbel he refused to sign a nondisparagement agreement (NDA) so he could speak out about his experience.

Flores’ attorneys, Doug Wigdor and John Elefterakis, joined him on the show.

“I think just signing that separation agreement would have really silenced me,” Flores said.

When asked by Gumbel how much money he left on the table by not signing the agreement, Flores said, “a lot.” Elefterakis chimed in and said, “It was millions of dollars.”

In a statement to CNN, the D?olphins denied Flores’ claims.

“This latest assertion by Brian Flores that Steve Ross mentioned an NDA to him is categorically false.

This just did not happen, and we simply cannot understand why Brian continues this pattern of making unfounded statements that he knows are untrue,” the team said. “We are fully cooperating with the NFL investigation and look forward to all of the facts coming out which we are confident will prove that his claims are false and defamatory.”

Flores lawyers responded to the Dolphins on Twitter by posting images of what the attorneys say is the nondisparagement agreement in

Miami Dolphins head coach Brian Flores is suing the Dolphins.

question.

The interview is the latest salvo in Flores’ legal battle with the NFL, the Dolphins, the New York Giants and the Denver Broncos over allegations of racial discrimination.

Flores, who is Black, alleged in the suit that Dolphins’ owner Stephen Ross offered to pay Flores to purposely lose games in order to secure a higher pick in the NFL draft and encouraged Flores to purposely violate league tampering rules. When he refused, Ross then led a campaign to treat Flores with “disdain and held out as someone who was noncompliant and difficult to work with,” the lawsuit states.

Flores also accused the Giants and Broncos of carrying out sham interviews in order to comply with the “Rooney Rule,” which requires teams to interview at least two minority candidates for open head coaching jobs.

The Dolphins fired Flores in January at the end of the latest NFL season. He went 24-25 in three years with the Dolphins, including a 9-8 record this season when Miami missed the playoffs. He has since been hired by the Steelers as the team’s senior defensive assistant/ linebackers coach under head coach Mike Tomlin. (CNN)

Mexican Open: Rafael Nadal says Alexander Zverev punishment was ‘deserved’ RAFAEL Nadal says Alexander Zverev’s punishment is “deserved” after the world number three was thrown out of the Mexican Open for attacking the umpire’s chair.

Germany’s Zverev struck the umpire’s chair several times with his racquet, leading to the sanction.

It came after he and Marcelo Melo lost 6-2 4-6 10-6 to Lloyd Glasspool and Harri Heliovaara in the doubles event.

The 24-year-old later apologised, calling his behaviour “unacceptable”.

Speaking after his second-round victory over Stefan Kozlov, which ensured his best start to a season, Nadal said: “I enjoy good relations with Alexander, but at the end of the day the punishment is deserved.

“One cannot behave in this manner and I believe he is conscious of that.

“Unfortunately, the image that Alexander gave, exacerbated by being posted on social media accounts which lights the torch paper, will have been seen by millions of children.

“They base their attitude on ours and we must set an example and show a minimum of respect.

“I understand the frustration, I understand that in a moment of anger one can break a racquet.

“I am not going to criticise him more than to say it displeases me because I was not brought up like that.”

The Australian Open champion extended his unbeaten run to 12 matches with a 6-0 6-3 win over American Kozlov to reach the Mexican Open quarter-finals.

Nadal’s previous best start to a season came in 2014, when he won

Rafael Nadal said he has a good relationship with Alexander, but that he deserved the punishment.

11 matches before losing to Stan Wawrinka in the Australian Open final.

He will play Tommy Paul for a place in the Acapulco semi-finals following his 76-minute victory.

Nadal, 35, could then meet world number two Daniil Medvedev, who he beat in a thrilling Melbourne final in January.

Russia’s Medvedev needed just

64 minutes to beat Spain’s Pablo Andujar 6-1 6-2 and keep his bid for the world number one ranking moving.

Medvedev, who faces Japan’s Yoshihito Nishioka next, will replace Novak Djokovic at the top of the rankings if he wins the title in Mexico.

British number one Cameron Norrie was also among the winners,

beating American John Isner 6-7 (27) 6-3 6-4.

World number four Stefanos Tsitsipas registered the quickest completed victory with a 47-minute 6-1 6-0 thrashing of American qualifier JJ Wolf.

Greek Tsitsipas will play American Marcos Giron next, while Norrie faces Germany’s Peter Gojowczyk. (BBC)

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Mickelson apologises for comments over reported Saudi-backed tour SIX-TIME golf major winner Phil Mickelson said Tuesday that recent comments he made regarding a reported breakaway golf tour were off the record -- a claim the reporter who interviewed him has denied -- and said they were shared out of context and without his consent.

The Super League is reportedly a Saudi-backed proposed venture that is attempting to attract golfers away from golf’s main tours, the PGA Tour and the DP World Tour, with offers of big money.

Some of the world’s top professional golfers have recently reiterated their commitment to the PGA Tour, including Rory McIlroy, Dustin Johnson and Bryson DeChambeau.

But last week, Mickelson was quoted from a 2021 interview with author Alan Shipnuck for his upcoming book, “Phil: The Rip-Roaring (and Unauthorized!)

Biography of Golf’s Most Colorful Superstar,” as saying that he would consider joining the proposed Super League because it is a “once-in-alifetime opportunity to reshape how

the PGA Tour operates.”

The player is further quoted as saying, “Saudi money has finally given us (players) that leverage” to be able to change things about the PGA. Shipnuck quoted Mickelson as saying disparaging things about Saudi Arabia’s human rights record and asserting that the kingdom killed journalist Jamal Khashoggi.

“My actions throughout this process have always been with the best interest of golf, my peers, sponsors, and fans,” Mickelson said in his Tuesday statement. “I used words I sincerely regret that do not reflect my true feelings or intentions.

It was reckless, I offended people, and I am deeply sorry for my choice of words.”

The three-time Masters winner went on to say the sport “desperately needs change, and real change is always preceded by disruption.”

“I have always known that criticism would come with exploring anything new. I still chose to put myself at the forefront of this to inspire change, taking the hits

Phil Mickelson during day three of the PIF Saudi International on February 05, 2022, in Al Murooj, Saudi Arabia.

publicly to do the work behind the scenes,” Mickelson said, adding he was “sorry to the people I have negatively impacted.”

Mickelson added that he has felt pressure and stress affect him over the years and suggested he may be taking a break from the sport, saying, “I know I have not been my best and desperately need some time away to prioritize the ones I love most and work on being the

man I want to be.”

Mickelson’s longtime sponsor KPMG said in a statement Tuesday it would no longer be partnering with the golfer.

“KPMG U.S. and Phil Mickelson have mutually agreed to end our sponsorship effective immediately.

We wish him the best,” the company said.

Heineken also announced that its Amstel Light brand is ending its

relationship with Mickelson.

“We made the decision to go our separate ways and end Amstel Light’s partnership with Phil Mickelson. We wish him all the best,” a spokesperson for Heineken USA told CNN. When asked about Mickelson’s recent quotes and Tuesday’s statement, a spokesperson for the PGA Tour said the organization did not have a comment. (CNN)

Six Nations 2022: Wales recall Faletau and Adams to face England WALES have recalled Taulupe Faletau and Josh Adams for Saturday’s Six Nations match against England.

They are the only two changes made by head coach Wayne Pivac to the team which beat Scotland with Faletau in the back row instead of Jac Morgan and wing Adams replacing Louis Rees-Zammit.

Number eight Faletau has played two games for Bath since a sevenmonth lay-off with an ankle injury.

Adams missed the home win over Scotland with a calf problem.

The Cardiff wing was picked at outside centre for the opening defeat in Ireland but is back in his natural position at Twickenham.

Owen Watkin and Nick Tompkins start again in midfield with Jonathan Davies on the replacements’ bench.

Wing Alex Cuthbert keeps his starting spot after an impressive display against Scotland with Rees-Zammit released to play for Gloucester against Leicester on Saturday.

Rees-Zammit has struggled to impose himself in the first two games of the Six Nations.

The 21-year-old damaged his ankle in the warm-up against Ireland but still played in the Dublin defeat.

Faletau is straight in the back row at number eight alongside

Taulupe Faletau and Josh Adams last played alongside each other for the British and Irish Lions in South Africa in the summer of 2021.

Dragons duo Taine Basham and Ross Moriarty, who switches to blind-side flanker.

Faletua has played twice for Bath since returning to action after picking up an ankle injury while playing for the British and Irish Lions in South Africa in the summer of 2021.

The 31-year-old has played 86 internationals for Wales and been involved in five Lions Tests.

Morgan started in his first cap against Scotland, while Aaron Wainwright - who misses out altogether at Twickenham - was included from the outset against

Ireland.

Scarlets scrum-half Kieran Hardy, Ospreys outside-half Gareth Anscombe and Dragons prop Leon Brown make their first 2022 Six Nations outings from the bench.

“We’re very pleased to have the experienced Faletau back,” said

Pivac.

“He’s trained well during the week and got 80 minutes under his belt last week. From our point of view he brings a lot of experience so we’re very excited to have him back.

“I’m also really pleased for Cuthbert to get 50 Tests for his country. It’s a massive achievement.

“And it’s also great to have Adams back from injury. They are two good players.

“That means Rees-Zammit is the unfortunate one this week that misses out.

“But we’ve looked at the opposition we’re playing and niggly injuries that players pick up from time to time and we think that in this particular match, the way the game will go, that Alex and Josh are the right selection.”

With Dan Biggar leading Wales and his Northampton teammate Courtney Lawes skippering England, it is the first time in history the captains in an England against Wales fixture have both come from the same club.

Wales: L Williams; Cuthbert, Watkin, Tompkins, Adams; Biggar (capt), T Williams; W Jones, Elias, Francis, Rowlands, Beard, Moriarty, Basham, Faletau.

Replacements: Lake, G Thomas, Brown, S Davies, Morgan, Hardy, Anscombe, J Davies. (BBC)

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Joe Root: England Test captain ‘grateful’ to still be in role for West Indies tour JOE Root says he is “very grateful” to still be England Test captain after his side’s heavy Ashes defeat in Australia.

Head coach Chris Silverwood, director of cricket Ashley Giles and assistant coach Graham Thorpe all left their roles after the 4-0 loss this winter.

Root kept his job and will lead England in a three-Test tour of the West Indies next month.

The batter said he “didn’t waver” in his belief that he is the right person to captain England.

“It was clearly a disappointing tour of Australia and we massively underperformed, but we’ve got to use this opportunity for a fresh start,” said Root.

“I’m very grateful that I’ve got the opportunity to do that as captain.”

England are bottom of the World Test Championship rankings and have only won once in their last 14 Tests.

They are looking to become only the second England side since 1968 to win a Test series in the Caribbean.

The first Test in Antigua starts on 8 March.

“We’re looking to make a big difference and turn things round very

The England and Wales Cricket Board confirmed Joe Root would continue as Test captain in February.

quickly,” added Root.

“We’re not currently one of the best teams in the world but that can be our ambition and we can make quick strides in getting closer to that.”

OPPORTUNITY FOR OTHERS WITHOUT ANDERSON & BROAD Under interim managing director

Andrew Strauss, England have dropped James Anderson and Stuart Broad, their top two leading Test wicket-takers, for the West Indies tour.

Anderson said the decision was a “shock” and he is “praying” his international career is not over, while Broad said it had left him “confused and angrier with each passing day”.

Root, who does not have a selection vote, said both could be “in the mix” for selection this summer, with England starting their home season against world champions New Zealand on 2 June.

“I’ve spoken to both and they are obviously disappointed and angry, you’d expect that,” said Root.

“It’s been made very clear - noone is saying this is the end for them and it would be great to see Stuart and Jimmy very much in the mix at the start of the summer.

“The guys that are on the tour have got a real opportunity to step in to some different roles and strengthen what could be the backbone of this team moving forward.”

Root said he hoped the likes of seamer Chris Woakes and fast bowler Mark Wood will learn a lot from the

opportunity to take the new ball in away conditions in the absence of Anderson and Broad.

“We could come away from this tour as victors and we’ve also gained a lot of knowledge on other players,” he added. “Then there are Jimmy and Broady to add back into things this summer and we’re in a really strong position.

“I don’t want this to sound like it’s a development tour, it’s not, it’s about winning. But we’ve got an opportunity for those guys to step into that space and better this team for it.”

Root would not be drawn on whether he agreed with the decision to leave out Anderson and Broad, adding: “I don’t think we should have to air every single bit of information on decisions like this.

“We’ve sometimes been slightly too honest about certain things and some things should stay in the room - and that’s the case in this scenario.”

ROOT ‘EXCITED’ ABOUT MOVING TO NUMBER THREE Despite England’s struggles, Root scored 1,708 runs in 2021 - the third most in a calendar year in Test history - as well as making six centuries.

He said his performances last year had given him the confidence to move up to number three in the batting order, having previously expressed his preference for batting at four.

Former wicketkeeper Rod Marsh played 96 Tests for Australia between 1970 and 1984.

Rod Marsh: Former Australia wicketkeeper in critical condition after heart attack FORMER Australia wicketkeeper Rod Marsh is in a critical condition after suffering a heart attack.

The 74-year-old effected 355 dismissals in 96 Test appearances for Australia.

Marsh also played 92 one-day internationals before retiring in 1984 and served as Australia men’s chairman of selectors until 2016.

“Rod is an influential figure in Australian cricket and has been so for more than 50 years,” the Australian Cricketers Association said.

Marsh reportedly fell ill while on his way to a charity cricket match in Queensland.

He is third on Australia’s all-time dismissals list behind Adam Gilchrist with 416 and Ian Healy’s 395 and his tally of 355 dismissals was a world record at the time of his retirement.

Marsh was also a selector for the England men’s team and director of the England and Wales Cricket Board’s academy from 2001 to 2004.

“We are very concerned to hear the news about Rod and send him our best wishes,” Nick Hockley, chief executive of Cricket Australia, said.

“Rod is one of the most iconic and popular figures in the game, we thank and acknowledge those who are caring for him.” (BBC)

It was Emma Raducanu’s first competitive match since the Australian Open.

Raducanu retires from longest match of WTA season with hip injury EMMA Raducanu has been forced to retire from her first round match at the Guadalajara Open with a hip injury.

Trailing 5-7 7-6 4-3 to Australia’s Daria Saville, Raducanu called an end to the match -- which at three hours and 36 minutes was already the longest on the WTA Tour this season -- soon after receiving treatment during a timeout.

It was Raducanu’s first competitive

match since the Australian Open, where she lost in the second round to Danka Kovinic after suffering with blisters on her hand.

Tuesday’s retirement means the 19-year-old has won just three of her eight matches since her stunning 2021 US Open win.

World No. 12 Raducanu, the No. 1 seed in Guadalajara, had a chance to serve for the match at 5-3 in the second

set, but Saville -- ranked 610th in the world -- broke back and went on to force a tie break, which she won 7-4.

It was Saville’s first WTA main draw win since the 2021 Australian Open, the WTA said.

Saville also appeared to be struggling with an injury in the second set, but fought back to earn one of the biggest wins of her career.

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Antwon Walkin registered a PB of 16.20m.

Rebecca Bernadin finished fourth in the competitive 800m race.

Bernadin breaks national indoor 800m record Rebecca Bernadin broke the national indoor 800m track record last week at the SWAC Indoor Championship in the US. The Lincoln University student clocked 2:15.72, which is over three seconds faster than the previous record, which was held

by Yanique Haye-Smith, who had clocked 2:19.02 at the KMS Opener in Virginia on December 5, 2021.

Bernadin finished fourth in the meet, which was held at the Crossplex Blvd, Birmingham, AL, USA.

She just missed the podium.

Third place went to Briana Cheeks in 2:15.48.

Bernadin also finished in the top 10 in the longer distances.

She clocked 10:45.06 to finish sixth in the 3000m and 19:19.60 to finish sixth in 5000m.

Walkin wins Boys 1516 Shot Put medal at McKenley-Wint T&F Classic NATIONAL U17 record holder Antwon Walkin registered a personal best when he competed last Saturday in the McKinley/ Wint Class Track and Field Meet in Kingston, Jamaica.

The 16-year-old finished first with a throw of 16.20m in the 15-16 shot put Class Two event.

The throw was over a metre and a half farther than the second place finisher, fellow 16-year-old Matthew Blake,

who registered a best throw of 14.45m.

Last year, Walkin eclipsed the U17 record of Darvion Rigby, which stood at 12.94m, with a top throw of 14.01m.

Saturday’s PB by Walkin is however not an U17 record, since he is turning 17 this year.

The U20 record is held by fellow Kingston College student Tayjo Oppong-Adjey.

Provo Aquatics Club introduces new faces to 50-metre pool – Competes in MAKO Aquatics Club Invitational Swim Meet THE Provo Aquatics Club (PAC) introduced a number of new swimmers to an Olympic size (50-metre) swimming pool, during their trip to Nassau, Bahamas to participate in the MAKO Aquatics Club Fall Invitational Swim Meet held at the Betty Kenning Aquatic Centre earlier this month.

Eleven swimmers made up the rooster for PAC and included a group of novices who took to the water for their first-ever swimming competition.

The first-time competitors included Nicholas Comert (5), Azaan Alleyne(7) and Ethan Davis(8) in the 8 & Under Boys group, Anaiah Alleyne (9) in the 9-10 Girls group, Isaac Farley (9) in the 9-10 Boys group, Elinor

Robinson(14) in the 13-14 Girls group and Ethan Gardiner(13) and Donnie Gardiner (14) in the 13-14 Boys group.

PAC Head Coach, Zeke Hall, said that the opportunity for the children to train in the 50m pool days leading up to the competition provided to be an ease of comfort and a confidence builder that allowed them to produce strong swims and record official race times.

He added that the swim meet was an awesome team-building experience that provided a positive social outlet for swimmers, parents and supporters.

Jayden Davis (12) in the 11-12 Boys group, Sean Walters(15) in the 15 & Over Boys group and

The PAC team had a number of fresh faces.

Arleigha Hall (21) in the 15 & Over Girls group represented a contingent of veteran swimmers who competed at the top of their respective age groups.

Davis and Walters posted Personal Best times in several events while Hall bid farewell to swimming competitions as she embarks on a swim coach career.

Coach Zeke noted that the swim meet was a successful and enjoyable experience. He said that the first-time swimmers were fearless in challenging the 50M course.

The swim meet, according to the coach, was the beginning of the way forward to more swimming competitions for PAC. The club swimmers are looking forward to the upcoming Swim Gala in Providenciales, hosted by (PAC), where swimming talents from across the TCI will be featured.

PAC forms the competitive swimming component of the Provo Aquatics Foundation which is a registered and licenced Non-Profit Organisation operating out of Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands.

Coach Zeke added that the Provo Aquatics Foundation offers a Learn to Swim Programme based on the SwimAmerica curriculum and a Masters Swim Programme for adult swimmers for ongoing training.

“Detailed information about who we are, what we do and how you can assist in building our Non-Profit organisation can be found on our webpage (provoaquaticsfoundation. com) and Facebook page(provoaquaticsfoundation) or you may contact us via email at provoaquaticsfoundation.com.”

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BWIC Spartans were flawless to the title. (BWIC photo)

Tayjo Oppong-Adjey

Oppong-Adjey shatters national discus and shot put records NATIONAL athlete Tayjo Oppong-Adjey shattered his national junior records in the discus and shot put when he competed in the McKinley/ Wint Class Track and Field Meet in Kingston, Jamaica over the weekend.

The 18-year-old added over a metre to his shot put throw and over six metres to his discus.

Overall, the Kingston College student finished third in the discus and fourth in the shot put.

Oppong-Adjey competed in Class 1 (17-19 age group).

In the shot put, he registered a mark of 17.29m, which was considerably farther than his previous best of 16.02m, which he achieved

at the TCI CARIFTA Trials in May of 2021. Prior to that, at the Excelsior Meet in Kingston in early March last year, he had registered a PB of 13.20m.

TCI’s senior shot put record is held by Michael Fulford, who achieved 12.52m in March of 1986.

The world record in the event is 23.37m.

Seniors use a 16-pound shot put, two pounds lighter than what the Under-20 use.

In the discus, OppongAdjey registered a best throw of 48.34m, which was considerably better than his previous best of 41.81m, which he also achieved at the TCI CARIFTA Trials in May of 2021.

The BWIC players also walked away with the individual awards. (BWIC photo)

BWIC Spartans win Inter-Scholastic Softball League title THE British West Indies Collegiate (BWIC) Spartans were flawless to the 2022 Inter-Scholastic Softball League title over the weekend at the Downtown Ball Park in Providenciales.

The dominant side were favourites for the title after an undefeated run in the regular season. In fact, to seal their top spot in the regular season, they whipped HJ Robinson by a whopping 25-1 score, before defeating Wesley Methodist by a 15-1 margin in the semi-final on Saturday morning.

In the final-four clash, Dannielle Smith scored a home-run and

registered two RBIs, while Aaliyah Charite and C. Simmons scored three runs each.

Clement Howell had gotten past Marjorie Basden High by a score of 16-13 in the other semi-final.

Britney Fernandez and Sarah Robinson had both finished with two hits and two RBIs for the winners.

Marjorie Basden High were led

by Kelly Hall who finished with three RBIs. THIRD PLACE WINNER Marjorie Basden went on to defeat Wesley Methodist by a score of 1812 in the third-place game.

Tameka Gray lead the attack, she finished with three runs, one home run, and two RBIs. Jaquasia Wright added three runs and one RBI. For Wesley Methodist, Zendalee Anderson, Sharolie Sarita and Jelena Rivere finished with two runs each.

In the championship clash, BWIC once again dominated.

Winning by a 28-8 margin over Clement Howell High School.

Overall, Luisa Hegewald finished with the Most Runs Award, Kirnae Rigby with the Best Pitcher Award and Ja’Mya James as the Most Valuable Player.

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