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– AS GOV’T RAMP UP COMMUNITY TESTING A whopping 637 new Covid-19 infections were recorded in the Turks and Caicos Islands in the span of 3 days.

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Grand Turk sees largest cruise ship The largest ship to ever dock at Port Grand Turk recently sailed in amid some celebrations from crew and local officials.

On January 6, the Turks and Caicos Islands welcomed the newest and largest Carnival ship, Mardi Gras, to the destination for the first time.

In celebration of this occasion, the traditional plaque exchange ceremony was conducted by Hon. Otis Morris, Minister responsible for Home Affairs and Transportation.

He awarded the ship’s captain with the plaque on behalf of the government and in return received a plaque on behalf of Carnival Corporation from the ship’s captain.

Due to health and safety protocols, and to ensure the safety of visitors and residents alike, the scale of the ceremony was downsized and guests aboard the ship were not invited to participate in the festivities, nor was the usual embarkation of the vessel by government officials conducted.

The ship arrived at the Grand Turk Cruise Port with over 4,135 passengers and a crew of 1,673 persons.

Named for the original ship that took Carnival to the seas in 1972, the Mardi Gras is an XL-Class ship that accommodates over 6,500 passengers.

The vessel boasts the very first roller coaster at sea, where guests can throttle through the air at speeds of 40 plus miles per hour, twisting and turning around Carnival's signature funnel.

Named the BOLT: Ultimate Sea Coaster, it is also home to Carnival

Carnival Mardi Gras is the cruise line’s largest ship to dock in TCI

Water Works, the largest and most elaborate aquapark in the Carnival fleet.

According to a press statement from the Tourist Board, Carnival has indicated that this ship will be added to the regular lineup of cruises scheduled to port on Grand Turk and is expected to arrive in the destination bi-weekly.

Deputy Director of Tourism Mary Lightbourne expressed excitement at having Carnival Mardi Gras added to the territory’s vast portfolio of cruise ships that arrive in the destination.

“Grand Turk is considered one of the most sought-after cruise ship destinations and with the successful expansion of the port we will be able to accommodate new and larger ships like the Carnival Mardi Gras.

“Due to this expansion, we are also predicting an increase

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in visitor arrivals, with figures exceeding pre-pandemic arrivals.”

The Deputy Director also emphasized that “Grand Turk is ready and eager to welcome visitors to the destination and treat them

to the authentic Turks and Caicos experience.”

Over the past several months, the government has been putting mechanisms in place to ensure that the destination was prepared to

welcome cruise ships once again and as a result, Grand Turk is expected to have a robust tourism season, with the quality of service provided expected to exceed prepandemic standards.

TCIAA appoints new interim CEO Godfrey Smith has been named the new interim chief executive officer (CEO) of the TCI Airports Authority (TCIAA).

The announcement was made on Tuesday, January 12, and will see Smith taking over from Floyd Ingham who served in the post from June 30, 2020 to December 31, 2021.

Ingham has since returned to his former position of Deputy CEO of Operations.

“Smith, a Turks and Caicos Islander, will guide the authority in its mission to improve its management of TCI’s Airports with an emphasis on enhancing the consumer experience and improving business practices in accountability, transparency, and employee retention,” a statement from the TCIAA reads.

It further advised that Smith was appointed by the Minister for Immigration and Border Services following short-listing in a recruitment exercise conducted by the authority under the supervision of its board of directors.

The new interim CEO previously headed the Freeport Container Port, Freeport Harbour Company, and the Grand Bahama Airport Company as their chief executive.

The married father of three brings more than 30 years’ experience in the aviation, cruise, and container industries, and holds a master’s degree in Business Administration from the American InterContinental University.

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Godfrey Smith, TCIAA interim CEO

to congratulate Mr Smith on his appointment and under his leadership, look forward to a vibrant and flourishing future for the TCIAA.” The board also thanked Mr. Ingham for his service as CEO, adding that he has been and remains an invaluable partner in building a better and stronger Authority.

Meanwhile, other top positions within the TCIAA have also been filled.

Deveraux Malcolm will join the Authority on February 1, as its new Deputy CEO of Admin, while Devon Fulford will join at the same time as terminal manager for the TCIAA. “The Authority is currently undergoing an expansive restructuring and recruitment exercise, more details announcing additions and changes to the team will follow later this month,” the statement reads.

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637 Covid-19 cases recorded in 3 days – as Gov’t ramp up community testing

BY OLIVIA ROSE A whopping 637 new Covid-19 infections were recorded in the Turks and Caicos Islands in the span of 3 days.

As the Ministry of Health ramped up its free community testing for Coronavirus at various locations across the territory, cases climbed exponentially in the past week.

The numbers peaked on January 11, 2022 when three hundred and eighty-eight (388) infections were identified in 24 hours.

On January 11, the confirmed cases stood at seven hundred and thirty-five (735) with one hundred and twenty-two (122) new recoveries; two people were hospitalized at that time.

The following day, 12th January 2022, an additional one hundred

and fifty-four (154) new infections were identified.

The number of active confirmed cases rose to seven hundred and fifty-eight (758).

One hundred and thirty (130) new recoveries were recorded and three (3) people were hospitalized on that date, while one (1) new Covid-19 related death was recorded.

Total number of covid-19 related deaths stands at twenty-seven (27).

On the 13th of January 2022, an additional ninety-five (95) new cases were identified.

Active cases shot up to eight hundred and forty (840) with thirteen (13) New recoveries and six (6) persons were hospitalized.

No new Covid-19 deaths were recorded.

The massive increase in cases also resulted in a large number of

Ministry of Health’s Covid-19 dashboard on January 11, 2022

people seeking tests which inturn caused a significant backlog of samples to be processed.

In this vein, the Health Ministry said it is currently exploring multiple avenues to address the current demand, and pleaded for the understanding and patience of the public during this unprecedented period.

The Ministry explained that the active cases reflected on the dashboard were detected via PCR processing at the National Public

Health Laboratory (NPHL). “ Persons with a positive antigen/lateral flow device test are first confirmed at the NPHL, before being included on the dashboard”, the Ministry stressed in a statement on January 7.

“The recent surge has also impacted multiple sectors resulting in reduced service delivery as such the Ministry would like to encourage all residents of the TCI to use all available precautions: maintain

a face covering while around others, physical distancing of at least 6 feet, frequent hand hygiene and vaccination.”

Residents were reminded to get vaccinated free of cost as well as booster shots which are now available three months after receiving the second dose.

The Ministry emphasized that vaccination is one of the best measures to protect against severe disease, hospitalizations and death from Covid-19.

Government apologies to churches over new Covid-19 regulations

BY OLIVIA ROSE THE government has expressly apologized to the church community in the TCI for unintentionally lumping churches and religious events with bars and discotheques in the new Covid-19 regulations.

In response to the staggering increase in Covid-19 cases in the territory, the government in bid to reduce transmissions and prevent overwhelming hospitalizations, recently announced that only patrons who are fully vaccinated or have a negative Covid-19 test within 24 hours are permitted to enter restaurants, bars, nightclubs, discotheques and attend “religious events and funerals”.

However in a statement issued by the office of the Premier on Wednesday January 12, the government apologized for grouping churches with entertainment spots and eateries calling it an “egregious error”.

“We wish to make it clear that in the actual regulations, the church is properly separated from other groups”, the government stated.

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The government explained that it is gearing up to consult with religious leaders to formulate specific protocols to ensure parishioners are allowed to worship while adhering to Covid health measures.

“We will invite the religious leaders in the days ahead to discuss how best to grant our people their right to worship and conduct their religious affairs while protecting them from Covid-19 when we have

major spikes.”

Further, the decision to impose stricter restrictions was not “arbitrary” but with Public Health guidance to reduce the spread of the virus, the government stressed.

“The new restrictions are temporary and will be reviewed within the next two weeks.

“We thank the church for the work they have done to help with our public education on Covid-19 and vaccination.

“We could not have achieved success without your valuable support, we ask the church to work with us, over what will be a very short period, to get us through what we expect to be a temporary spike.”

The Turks and Caicos Islands government underscored that it continues to value the role of the church and its importance to the religious and social development of communities.

“The government’s commitment to supporting faithbased initiatives, as set out in its manifesto, will ensure the views of the church are considered in critical decision-making initiatives.”

Speaking at a press conference on Tuesday January 11, Minister of Health Hon.Jamell Robinson said the government is operating with churches on the basis of trust.

He said: “There wouldn't be any policing of the churches.

“Other places, there will be more compliant intervention for churches, simply on the honor system, because these are religious leaders, and we trust that if they understand, we are putting in laws

and regulations for the benefit of the people of this country, that they will comply.

“So we wouldn't see on a Sunday morning, a compliance team rolling up on any churches to check their book, and see if everybody inside has been vaccinated.

“That's why I speak so often about personal responsibility, but that also morphs into what is collective responsibility as well.

“So we all have to do our part collectively, to weather the storm, while being in a position to.”

Acting Chief Medical Officer, Dr.Jeremy Myers, who also weighed in on the topic, said the government is not singling out churches, but the measures being implemented are intended to curb the rapid spread of the virus.

He said: “The significant cases we've been seeing are clear evidence of widespread community transmission.

“We're not targeting the churches, we are essentially looking at any avenue to ease transmissions, introduce some sort of measure to mitigate risk and mitigate spread.”

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TCI saw record tourists numbers for 2021 Turks and Caicos Islands undoubtedly rebounded magnificently in 2021, even amidst a pandemic, but it's now been reported that 2021 was the territory’s most successful year on record.

A statement from the Tourist Board on Thursday, January 13, revealed that the last quarter of the year - September to December - saw an average increase in arrival numbers of approximately 122,289, compared to 116,338 in 2019 for the same period.

“These preliminary numbers reflect the continued advertising and promotions initiatives carried out in collaboration with our wholesaler partners, travel advisors, hotel partners and airlines,” the Tourist Board said.

The Board credits the success of the year to their continued marketing of the territory as safe for travellers.

Director of Tourism, Pamela Ewing, stated: “The record number of traveller arrivals, advertisement placement, events and activities, accolades, in conjunction with our partner collaboration, is indicative of the work that the Tourist Board has been building upon and will continue to do.

“We have been steadfast, contentious and consistent in these trying times. We are cognizant of the travelling public’s needs, and

we strive to inform them not only of our destination, but keep them up-to-date on the various protocols with regard to entry and remaining safe.”

She added: “2021 was indeed a banner year for us, and with hope, 2022 will be an even better year ahead as we work toward not only increasing our arrival numbers, but bettering the product we have to offer.”

The Board was also instrumental in welcoming two new carriers: Frontier Airlines out of Orlando, Florida and Sun Country Airlines from Minneapolis, Minnesota.

This, in addition to helping to negotiate the return of Southwest Airlines from Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Additionally, there was the resumption of service from Toronto with Air Canada and British Airways (BA) from London Heathrow.

The Tourist Board also had marketing partnerships with BA and Air Canada, affording travellers in the UK, EU and Canada the opportunity to discover, book and fly to TCI. The Board also organised familiarisation and press trips from the US and UK markets.

These trips were designed to showcase the territory, providing partners with in-depth knowledge on the destination and its various product offerings, with the view of

The Board was also instrumental in welcoming two new carriers: Frontier Airlines out of Orlando, Florida and Sun Country Airlines from Minneapolis, Minnesota

promoting the TCI to their clients and in their publications.

The statement reads: “This past year marked record tourism in the Turks and Caicos Islands, along with record publicity for the destination across the United States, our leading market generator.

“The Turks and Caicos Tourism Board developed and executed diverse multifaceted public relations plans and strategies to expand upon the Islands cachet as a world-class luxury vacation destination with affordable options and offerings for all.”

Throughout the year the TCI saw placements in many international publications: Travel

& Leisure, Food & Travel, Conde Nast Traveller and Travel Weekly magazines; and in the US: Travel + Leisure online, Conde Nast Traveler (print and online), Forbes online, USA Today, ELLE online, Harper’s Bazaar online, CNN Travel, CNBC Travel, The Washington Post online, Brides online, People magazine online, MSN, Time Out, Marie Claire online, JustLuxe, Departures, TripSavvy, TravelPulse, Travel Weekly, Caribbean Journal, and The Points Guy, among others.

The Tourism Board took their work on the road as well, showing up and showing out at trade shows and roadshows in the United States,

United Kingdom and France.

Showcases focused on luxury, cruising, diving and water sports, weddings, honeymoons, adventure and eco travel.

This successful trend carried over into 2022, as the New Year was heralded in with the announcement that the Tourism Board had won multiple awards from Caribbean Journal.

These included: Providenciales being named the Best Island in the Caribbean to Visit in 2022; Luxury Destination of the Year; New Hotel of the Year won by The Ritz-Carlton Turks and Caicos; and Caribbean Tourism Director of the Year.

MoH in talks with private facilities regarding free COVID testing – free testing only at primary health facilities The Ministry of Health has cleared up some misinformation posted to their social media pages earlier this week regarding free Covid-19 testing being conducted at private healthcare facilities.

On Wednesday, January 12, the Weekly News sought some clarity from Director of Health Promotion and Advocacy, Aldora Robinson, about a widely shared post naming five private health facilities as providing free Covid-19 testing.

The post sparked a lot of confusion online among residents and led to this reporter calling all five of the listed facilities to ascertain whether they were indeed conducting free testing as first indicated by the health ministry.

They all indicated that they currently are not.

Robinson responded to our questions, saying: “The Ministry of Health has signed memorandums of understanding (MOUs) with the clinics listed,

and as part of the MOU they are to assist the government with conducting free tests.

“This is currently being addressed at a higher level.”

The clinics listed are: Family Care Medical Services, Associated Medical Practices, Omnicare Medical Clinic, Grace Bay Medical Centre and Carolina Medical Clinic.

The ministry has since apologised for any inconvenience caused, and stated that the matter is under further review by the

Ministry of Health and private health practitioners.

In the interim, residents seeking free testing are encouraged to use the facilities provided by the Primary Health Care services.

In Grand Turk free testing is being conducted at the Gazebo al Pond Street every Tuesday from 2pm to 4pm.

In South Caicos, residents can visit the primary health care clinic every Tuesday from 9am to 12pm.

In Providenciales, free testing

is being conducted at the national stadium along Venetian road every Tuesday and Thursday between 9am and 12pm.

In North Caicos, residents can access free COVID testing at the Kew Clinic every Monday between 9am and 12pm, and at the Bottle Creek Clinic, every Thursday from 9am to 12pm.

And in Middle Caicos, testing is being conducted at the Middle Caicos Clinic every Monday and Thursday from 9am to 12pm.

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Seven notable new legislations passed in 2021

BY DELANA ISLES In 2021 the Attorney General’s Chambers produced 33 Ordinances and 160 pieces of subsidiary legislation.

This was revealed by the Attorney General, Hon. Rhondalee Braithwaite-Knowles during the opening of the 2022 legal year on January 4, as she was speaking to the work of her department.

She stated that during the year, Covid-19 regulations continued to command the attention of the Cabinet amounting to 27% or 44 of the 160 legal notices made by the Governor.

There were seven notable new legislations made in 2021.

One was the amendments to the Criminal Procedure Ordinance and Civil Procedure Ordinance to insert enabling provisions which empowered the Chief Justice to introduce rules for court-connected mediation in selected cases.

A second one dealt with an expansion of the Chief Justice’s rule making power in the Supreme Courtordinance to reform the law around legal aid in three areas and to allow for Rules to be made.

A third new legislation was the Limitation of Actions Ordinance 202. This, the attorney general said,

– Attorney General is a groundbreaking Ordinance that now provides the legal framework for the limitation of actions in the Islands.

There was also the Beach and Coastal Vending Ordinance 2021.

Another “groundbreaking Ordinance”, according to Braithwaite-Knowles, which aims to provide regulation of beach vending activities and a monitoring and enforcement mechanism to ensure safety and protection on beaches and coastal areas of the Islands.

The fifth significant piece of legislation passed in 2021, was the Turks and Caicos Islander Status (Amendment) Ordinance 2021. The attorney general said this enables the commencement of a process for the consideration and clearing of the backlog of applications for Turks and Caicos Islander status.

There was also the Summary Offences (Amendment) Ordinance 2021 which introduces stiffer penalties for antisocial behaviour crimes, such as noise nuisance, verbal abuse, and threatening

Two more elderly patients succumb to COVID symptoms Two elderly residents passed away this week from Covid-19 related symptoms, just one day apart.

One resident passed on Tuesday, January 11, and was at the time a patient at the TCI hospital in Grand Turk.

This is the territory’s 28th Covid-19 related death.

A statement from the hospital stated that the elderly patient was known to be Covid positive and also suffered from chronic medical conditions.

While in the care of the hospital, the patient’s condition worsened and subsequently passed away at the Cockburn Town Medical Centre on Tuesday.

The hospital stated that the patient had received two doses of the Covid-19 vaccine, but had not yet received a booster dose.

The next of kin have since been notified.

The second death was

reported to the public health authorities by members of the South Caicos community on Wednesday.

A statement from the ministry of health revealed that this person was also elderly with underlying conditions.

The ministry further stated that the person had a history of symptoms, and had been vaccinated, but not with the booster shot.

The individual’s Covid-19 status was determined after a posthumous sample was taken and processed at the National Public Health Laboratory.

That test returned positive for the deadly virus.

Immediate relatives and other stakeholders have been notified and contact tracing is underway, the ministry advised.

This death marked the 29th for the territory since March 2020, when the virus was first discovered in the Islands.

behaviour.

And the seventh significant legislation passed for the year was the Offences Against the Person (Amendment) Ordinance 2021.

Braithwaite-Knowles said this legislation introduces stiffer penalties for the offences of assaulting a police officer and common assault.

Meanwhile, notable subsidiary legislation included the Proclamation of General Elections, the Supreme Court (Appointment of Queen’s Counsel) Rules 2021, and the Turks and Caicos Islands Constitution (Amendment) Order 2021.

The third subsidiary legislation was another groundbreaking Order which gave effect to a Constitutional amendment allowing for an eighth Minister.

The attorney general continued: “In 2021, through the leadership of my international division 14 amendment Ordinances, Regulations and Codes were made to address technical deficiencies as recommended by the Caribbean Financial Action Task Force (CFATF).

“Other amendments will be

considered by March of this year to place the Islands in a positive position for CFATF re-ratings later in the year.”

The International division of the Chambers worked on two Extradition Requests and seven Mutual Legal Assistance Requests or Supplemental Requests to assist law enforcement agencies locally, she recounted.

The division also completed five memorandums of understanding (MOUs) on behalf of law enforcement agencies, and the Gaming Control Commission.

She said: “Notable were the recently signed Shiprider Agreement and MOU between the Turks and Caicos Islands and the Commonwealth of the Bahamas on Maritime Law Enforcement and a Search and Rescue MOU between the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force and the United States Coast Guard.”

The division has also been advising on and preparing for a full International Maritime Organisation (IMO) audit.

The attorney general said this audit will cover a wide spectrum of areas, including safety at sea and the prevention of pollution from ships.

Speaking to her commercial

division, the AG said they had another busy year producing or reviewing some 331 agreements, licences, and other documents.

“Of particular importance was the Oxygen Generation System contract needed in both hospitals in support of the Covid-19 measures and the variation to the Grand Turk Cruise ship development agreement to assist in the restart of the cruise industry on Grand Turk.”

As for the civil division within the Chambers, they too remained busy in 2021.

“My small civil litigation division remained busy with an increase in serious litigation matters and in this regard there were 69 litigation matters in total.

“Of the 69 litigation matters, 45 or 65% remain ongoing with 24 or 35% having been completed or settled.”

She litigation on behalf of the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Immigration dominated at 23% and 25% respectively.

“In the year ahead, important ongoing litigation surrounding the correct interpretation of immigration related rights will need to be confronted as well as litigation around the correct interpretation of tax revenue,” the attorney general advised.

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Only fully vaccinated and Covid negative patrons allowed at restaurants and bars – Gov’t says

BY OLIVIA ROSE AS Covid-19 cases skyrocket across the TCI, only people who are fully vaccinated or have a negative Covid-19 test within 24 hours will be permitted to enter restaurants, bars, nightclubs, discotheques.

This comes as a host of new measures which will come into effect on January 21, were announced by the Ministry of Health in a statement on January 10.

The Government has also approved amendments to the Arriving Passengers Health Clearance Regulations with the lowering of mandatory testing for two-years-old and above arriving visitors and residents returning to the TCI. Additionally, a policy for the voluntary vaccination of children, aged 5-11 years, against Covid-19, in line with UK JCVI (Joint Commission on Vaccination and Immunization), was approved in response to an increase in positive cases, recorded among children in the TCI .

Plans are being developed to source the approved dosages for children, according to the statement.

The Ministry said based on the recent trends that show an increase in Covid-19 numbers, the trajectory of the pandemic, the levels of

Some of these Covid-19 measures and protocols came into effect on Friday, January 7, and the others will become active on 05:00 (5am) Friday, 14 January 2022, and unless otherwise stated, will remain in effect until 28 February, 2022 vaccination in the country, and the available capacity within the health sector, and a number of measures to lower the transmission rate in the community were decided.

“The government, through the Ministry of Health and Human Services, is implementing measures that will help blunt transmission and prevent overwhelming hospitalizations.

“Some of these Covid-19 measures and protocols came into

effect on Friday, January 7, and the others will become active on 05:00 (5am) Friday, 14 January 2022, and unless otherwise stated, will remain in effect until 28 February, 2022.

“Effective January 7, Social gatherings and social activities, including public beaches, of more than 50 persons shall require a permit.

“Bi-weekly testing of front-line staff to include teachers, with an

exemption of those that received their booster shot or who became fully vaccinated within the last 3 months”, the statement read.

Coupled with these measures, to avoid students losing school time, the government has reimplemented its online learning platform, and parents are being urged to have their children vaccinated.

Meanwhile, the Deputy Governor and head of the civil

service, has advised that the Public Service Business Continuity Plan has been implemented, as an option to help to slow the spread of the highly contagious Omicron variant.

The Ministry of Health and Human Services has called on residents to follow all public measures and get vaccinated with your first, second or booster shot, if you have not done so already.

The public is also reminded that the wearing of masks in public places is still mandatory, and failure to wear a mask when required remains a criminal offense.

As of 12am on 12th January 2022, one hundred and fifty-four (154) new cases of Covid-19 have been identified, according to the Ministry of Health’s dashboard.

The number of active confirmed cases in the TCI stands at seven hundred and fifty-eight (758).

One hundred and thirty (130) new recoveries,two hundred and eleven (211) new PCR test conducted.

Seven hundred and sixty-five (765) new Antigen test have been recorded and three (3) persons have been hospitalized.

One (1) new Covid-19 related death has been recorded; the total number of covid-19 related deaths currently stands at twenty-seven (27).

High school seniors resume in person classes on Monday

BY DELANA ISLES

IN light of the high number of active Covid-19 cases, online learning will continue for most students until the end of January.

However, on Monday, January 17 - which is phase three of the reopening of schools - students in fifth and six forms in public and private high schools will resume face to face classes.

This was announced by the Minister of Education, Hon. Rachel Taylor during a livestreamed education update on Wednesday, January 13.

She explained the decision: “Fifth formers will complete compulsory education in July, the majority of them will sit their terminal examination in May/

June this year with the expectation that they will matriculate to colleges and universities at the commencement of the 2022/2023 school year. Some of them will also enter the labour market on completion of high school.”

The ministry said it was with these factors in mind that this cohort of students are being allowed back so soon, as they must be given a chance to successfully complete their final term of high school.

She said her ministry spoke with school principals this week, and they all believe this is the best decision for these students at this time.

“We want to encourage our parents and our students, as well as our teachers to act responsibly

as they adhere to the protocols,” the education minister urged.

She also informed that daycare centres that are registered with the ministry of education can continue with face to face schooling for students five years old and under.

This, the minister advised, does not apply to early childhood centres around the territory as they do not fit the cohort of students as daycare centres.

Meanwhile, from January 31 phase four of the reopening - it is anticipated that if the number of active cases decreases more students will be allowed to return to face to face learning.

“If schools have 200 students and under, they will be able to accommodate their full cohort

of students, if schools are about 200 students and up, then we will continue with the hybrid learning which includes online learning and face to face,” the minister advised.

She said that while she appreciates that learning for primary aged children is best done face to face, given the current health situation in the country the ministry does not see the need for them to return to school compounds at this time.

“I want to appeal to parents at this time, you too have a responsibility to ensure that your children who are twelve years old and older take advantage of the vaccine because the evidence proves that it will be in their

best interest, and act as an additional protection for your children,” Minister Taylor urged.

As for phase five for all students to return to in-person learning, she said the ministry will continue to review and make a decision by February 8.

Meanwhile, due to a reported increase in Covid-19 among children, Minister Taylor said Cabinet has agreed to make it a policy that the voluntary vaccination for children aged five to 11 years will come in line with the UK'S Joint Commission on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI).

She said these vaccines will be made available in February when the next batch arrives in the TCI.

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Carnival Freedom- Photo By Carnival cruise line

Carnival Freedom denied entry at Port Grand Turk due to Covid concerns

BY OLIVIA ROSE Carnival Freedom was denied entry at port Grand Turk in the Turks and Caicos Islands on January 7, due to Covid-19 fears.

The ship was the first to be denied entry since the cruise sector reopened last December, following a near two-year hiatus as a result of the Covid pandemic.

The decision was made by local health authorities to refuse entry to the ship, which was also denied entry to St. Kitts, San Juan and St. Maarten during its eight-day

Caribbean voyage.

The ship had “a small number” of people aboard who had tested positive for Covid-19, according to the company spokesperson, AnneMarie Mathews, in a prepared statement.

In a statement issued on Friday January 7, the Ministry of Health said the decision was made not to allow guests to disembark the vessel and deny the ship entry in the best interest of public health after reviewing details submitted by the ship.

“The Ministry of Health has

been monitoring the ship ahead of its arrival including reviewing relevant documentation and has taken the decision in the interest of public health to deny free pratique in line with local and regional guidelines.

“The ship will not be permitted to berth or disembark passengers in Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos Islands”, the Ministry stressed.

As concerns of the new OMICRON variant ballooned in December, Carnival Cruise Line issued a pre-cruise update to guests, informing them of the latest

changes and the current situation as it relates to ports.

“We want you to know that we may encounter a decision by local authorities at a destination to limit or deny the ship from entering the port. Some destinations have limited medical resources and are focused on managing their own local response to the variant”,Carnival said in the letter.

On Wednesday, October 13, 2021, a multimillion-dollar agreement to extend and improve the dock facility in Grand Turk was

inked between TCIG and Carnival Corporation.

The signing of the contract finalized a development agreement with Carnival Corporation and the Turks and Caicos Islands Government (TCIG) to facilitate a $25 million investment in the Grand Turk port.

The injection of millions to upgrade the port and surrounding facilities will see some of the largest cruise ships in the world calling at Grand Turk during the high-season, from December onwards.

CABINET MEETING SUMMARY His Excellency the Governor, Nigel Dakin, chaired the 1st meeting of Cabinet on Wednesday 5 January 2022 at the Premier’s Office on Providenciales.

All Members were present.

AT THIS MEETING CABINET:

· Was given an update by the Ministry of Health on the measures being taken to address and mitigate against the threat of the Coronavirus (Covid-19) to the country following a spike in positive cases among residents in particular. · Approved policy for the voluntary vaccination of children aged 5-11 years against COVID-19 in line with UK JCVI (Joint Commission on Vaccination and Immunization)

guidelines and in response to an increase in positive cases recorded in TCI among children. Members discussed and agreed next steps. · Noted updated guidelines in relation to the Public and Environmental Health (Covid-19 Pandemic) Regulations – Power to Quarantine, reducing the length of time in quarantine of vaccinated and unvaccinated persons, and their household contacts, depending on circumstances of individual. · Approved an extension of the existing COVID-19 measures and protocols, which will come into effect from 05.00 (5am) on Friday 14 January 2022 unless otherwise stated and

remain in place until 28 February 2022: a) Only patrons who are fully vaccinated or have a negative covid-19 test within 24 hours are permitted to enter Restaurants, Bars, nightclubs, discotheques and attend Religious events and funerals. Regulation applies to those 12 years of age and above. · Approved a formal political commitment with the EU Code of Conduct Group (Business Taxation) on the issues raised by the Forum of Harmful Tax Practices (FHTP) and approved for the Ministry of Finance to source external consultancy to provide support in the deployment of the economic substance framework.

· In line with the process under the provisions of the Public Procurement Ordinance, reapproved the Procurement Board’s recommendations on the award of contract for TCIPA 03/19, TR 21/05, Bellefield Landing Dredging. · Was updated on issues related to the Ministries of: 1. Home, 2. Tourism, 3. Finance, 4. Education, and the 5. Office of the Hon Premier, and 6. Office of the Deputy Governor.

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

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January 15-21, 2022

A four-day work week – the key to unlocking workplace productivity and profitability, employees' performance and satisfaction in the TCI

Imagine a four-day work week with three days off to recuperate!

This is not a new phenomenon, it is a concept that is slowly becoming a reality worldwide —stemming from the gruesome work week prescribed by most businesses.

The harsh reality is, workers — especially, those in the private sector—are exhausted and frustrated from long hours; hence, they've become inefficient.

Previously, governments and corporations globally were mostly concerned about profits, but suddenly, they're taking their employees' welfare into consideration and are contemplating and experimenting with a four-day work week to accomodate them.

The most recent country to undertake this phenomenon is the United Arab Emirates; transitioning from a five-day work week and they are now acquring thriving successes.

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.

Back in 2015, Iceland had introduced the world's largest pilot project. It implemented a 36-hour work week from the standard 40 hours, without cutting employees' salaries. The experiment was a great success, as productivity increases across companies; hence, greater profits.

The programme ended in 2019 and today, 80 percent of Iceland's workforce are opting for a fourday work week, instead of 5 days.

Sweden saw the success and followed suit. In 2017, they launched a trial programme for a four-day work week

with same pay. The outcomes were favourable - workers were happier and healthier.

However, the programme wasn't implemented across the country, because it was too costly and complicated to implement. They had to hire additional staff to complete unfinished work and; subsequently, they disbanded the plan.

Coupled with this, a state management firm in New Zealand tested a four-day work week. They found, employees' satification had improved, but not overall performance. Too,

employees were more creative, but they were always tardy for work.

Then, Microsoft Japan adapted a similar idea and gave its employees all Fridays in August as paid leave; its staff became efficient and boosted productivity by 40 percent.

Evidently, the concept turns out to be a mixed success. In some places, it boosted productivity and profits, satisfaction and performance, and in other jurisdictions it was too costly to implement.

Besides, a shorter work week doesn't mean a compressed one.

Employees at Uniqlo, a Japanese clothing retailer, were given less workdays, but worked 10 hours daily; henceforth, workers were exhausted and productivity declined.

Clearly employees' performance and satisfaction go far beyond lesser workdays.

Nevertheless, this concept can be

a success story for the TCI, but the programme must be customized to suit various business models.

First, the authorities must amend the private sector labor laws from a six-day work week to 5 days.

My belief is, if this idea is adapted workers will have more time to supervise their children and; potentially, this move can enhance academic achievements and lead to a reduction in crime among youths.

It will strengthen family ties as more time is allowed for family get-together, considering that families are scattered across the islands.

All the same, companies will reap enormous benefits, as productivity enhances profitability. The end game is improving efficiency, moral and mental health among employees.

I believe, the more rest an employee gets today, will determine their productivity tomorrow.

Commit to your commitments Whatever your commitments are, commit to them. You made a commitment to your spouse when you got married. Commit to your marriage. I know that some marriages failed, but your marriage can work out if you commit to it. Yes, men will come into contact with beautiful women, and likewise women will meet some handsome men, but if you are already married, then you should not pursue someone else. How would you feel if your spouse did

BY DREXWELL SEYMOUR

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

it to you? How would you feel if someone did that to your child?

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You made a commitment to your work. I know some people are not happy with their jobs, but you made the decision to accept that job, and so you should be committed to your work. Promote your company, be to work on time, do your best on your job. Be committed. Do not steal from your work or badmouth your company.

Some of you made a commitment to serve God, but yet we are a living a life contrary to the word of God. Don’t try to serve God and Mammon at the same time. Be committed to God Some of you made promises

to people. Some of you even borrowed money from institutions and individuals without repaying them. Honour your commitments.

Remember what goes around, comes around.

Some of you have made goals such as completing your college degree. Commit to your goals. If you don’t, you may not be able to achieve them.

Some of you made commitments to serve as leaders —whether in the church, the private sector or Government. Commit to the commitments you made to serve as leaders.

I know life is full of temptations; however, despite the temptations, don’t cross the line. Even if you think no one is watching you, act as if someone is watching you.

Always stay in the company of the right people who will encourage you to do what is right. If you find yourself with the wrong company, stay away; otherwise, you may not fulfil your commitment.

Control yourself.

Being

committed requires control and self-discipline.

Seek advice and listen to the advice that is given.

If you borrow money from someone and you cannot commit to the exact repayment amount, discuss and agree with the borrower to pay a lower amount, and do it.

Some people take the risks hoping that no one will find out if they do not commit to their tasks. The truth is, the truth will eventually come out, even if your act of disloyalty took place in a different country, island or city. Before you make commitment to anything or anyone, make sure your commitment is realistic and it is something that you can uphold. When you do not commit to your commitments, you create havoc for yourself and others. Individuals are hurt and the organization (that you’re a part of) is hurt. You can avoid hurting people by being committed to your commitments. Too many people want titles, but don’t live up to the commitments those titles reflect.

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A year later

Response to Hon. Jamell Robinson’s Covid-19:

Cabinet has finally heard the voice of the people and sent out their whipping boy Jamell to deliver their lies. If you have not seen the piece it is titled Covid 19- A year later. I hope Cabinet did not spend the entire meeting crafting these lies that can easily be proven and dispelled. Let’s go through each paragraph.

• You stated A year ago, which would be January 11, 2021 based on today’s date since your official release lacks a date, we did not have one resident vaccinated in the TCI compared to 80% today.

The Vaccine only arrived in the TCI on January 7, 2021 and the official rollout was on January 11, 2021. So if your release was written prior to January 11, 2022, the vaccine was not available to the public. If you wrote your release today many persons showed up to be vaccinated on January 11, 2021. Governor Dakin was the first or one of the first persons to be vaccinated in the TCI on January 11, 2021. Why raise such an ignorant point when Cabinet should know better. So whether 80% or 100% percent of the population is vaccinated today, Your PNP Government had almost an entire year to bring the vaccinated percentage to 80% and still our Covid infection numbers are still worse now than it was a year ago.

• Yes A year ago, entry for visitors required a negative COVID test within 5 days of arrival and today every visitor is required to have a test within 3 days and must be fully vaccinated.

However a year ago the only test allowed was the gold standard RT- PCR Test. Today, Your PNP Government and Cabinet are allowing in addition to the RTPCR test, less accurate test such as NAA, RNA, and antigen test.

That’s why 60% of new Covid cases, are from Tourist, according to you and your Ministry. The fact that the tourist are fully vaccinated is not preventing them from importing Covid to our Country.

• A year ago the dominant variant to our country was NOT the Delta Variant as stated in your release. A Year ago we were still battling Covid 19. The first time the Delta Variant was confirmed was in an announcement in August 2021 by then Health Minister EJ Saunders who informed us that 50% of 8 samples sent to

CARPHA’s lab in Trinidad came back positive for Delta. That is FOUR were Delta. How did E Jay let you send out that release with such false information.

You stated that on January 7th, 2021 the dashboard had 150 active cases and 4 hospitalizations compared to January 7th, 2022’s dashboard showing 448 active cases and 2 hospitalizations. The fact that we have 3 times more cases of Covid with 80% of the population vaccinated and the 2

persons that were hospitalized were fully vaccinated compared to January 7, 2021 when the Vaccines just arrived on island is NOTHING to brag about. You keep referring to the Delta variant and we were not battling the Delta Variant on January 7, 2021. We had no vaccine rollout in TCI on January 7, 2021, therefore your comparison is only highlighting what a piss poor job your Government, your Ministry and Cabinet is doing on Managing the

Covid pandemic. Let that sink in.

You stated on February 10th, 2021 the dashboard showed 394 active cases and 13 hospitalizations which were the hallmarks of the Delta Variant and at that point we could safely have said that the Healthcare system was being overwhelmed and Today, while we remain vigilant and responsive rather than reactive, we are miles away from that point. Jamell please note, that on February 10, 2021 the vaccine would have been 1 month into its rollout and 9 days away from elections. Many of your PNP candidates were encouraging persons not to take the vaccine, to wait and see how the first set of persons were affected. In fact you were one of the main persons displaying reckless behaviour by standing in a crowded line at Smart IGA with no face mask on and not social distancing helping

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to spike the Covid cases.You were reckless then, and you are reckless now!

You said the obvious about the economy was in recovery a year ago versus a now booming economy and you also highlighted the entry of vaccinated visitors only and the increase of visitors in October 2021-December 2021 vs January 2021.

Common sense should tell you that many were scared to travel In January 2021, vaccination numbers were low throughout the world, many countries did not have the vaccine so many were cautious. Today many have taken the vaccine and Covid 19 and it’s mutations have been around for almost two years many are trying to adjust because we realize Covid is not going away anytime soon. The numbers did not increase because of you CONTINUED 

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2 hours to live: What would you wish for?

You probably have been asked more than once, what you’d wish to do before you kick the bucket, but what if the bucket was right here in front of you… what would you do if you have just 120 minutes to live?

That question has terrorized everyone around me this week.

And in all fairness, I have gotten to know the people around me a bit more, as they bullet-point what their last wishes would be.

I asked that question, simply to see the extent of their imagination, when time is of essence and their own existence is being challenged.

A simple man like me, all I’d ask for is a decent meal, preferably curried chicken, and an intense sneaky-link with someone well above my league. If all fail, I would take anyone who is willing. Is that really too much to ask?

My research pool was too restricted, I therefore turned my attention to the internet.

And here, for you and for you only, I have saved and now will share with you some eight last minute wishes, that made me think twice.

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

HAVING RELATIONS WHILST SKYDIVING

Utterly un-attainable, I have more questions about the practicality of this last wish than anything else.

Luckily, this is not an investigation column; so I will, like I have had to, leave it to your own imagination.

ABSOLUTELY NOTHING

Instead of asking to see your friends and loved ones for the last time, some prefer to quietly contemplate, all alone, on what it means to die and think of their impact on the universe. Also, how the universe was before them, and how it would be after them.

I reckon there is no other time to self-reflect, than when one is so close to their own mortality.

RSVP AND DO NOT BE LATE

Gather all of your loved ones in one place for a last meal and drink. At least, you’d hope that no one would be late, because you would then have all the reason in the world to be upset if someone comes an hour late.

SPEND IT WITH SOMEONE YOU FEEL THE CLOSEST TO

Spend quality time with one’s children, spouse and/or parents for one last time and tell them how much they mean to me and how proud they make you feel.

SEEING THE BEACH AND FEEL THE SAND ONE LAST TIME

This one made me stop and think…. then cry. My biggest fear of dying is accepting the fact that you will be leaving behind everything you spent a lifetime taking for granted.

ORGAN DONORS

For most, the idea of donating their organs to others is important.

Some 54% of Americans say they would donate their organs if they knew they were going to die.

The idea of donating my organs has always made me feel uneasy. Would I not need them in the second life?

TO FALL MADLY IN LOVE

For some, they want to fall madly in love again. To live or relive the moments when they felt most loved. I've seen people confess that they're in heaven when they meet their loved one, I would wish to relive every romantic moment I experienced.

SPOTLIGHT

Jump from a moving car to a moving train, with blasting Indiana Jones’ music in the background. If I didn’t get to be a movie star, maybe I could give it a try in my last 2 hours.

Wouldn’t that be something!

What would you do with your last 2 hours on this planet? Do tell on louisedens@gmail.com

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January 15-21, 2022

Over 400 Government employees in quarantine as new Covid wave impacts the Public Service

BY OLIVIA ROSE OVER 400 public servants from various sectors and departments quarantined due to Covid-19.

The latest wave of coronavirus cases in the TCI has severely impacted the public service.

To this end, Deputy Governor and Head of the Civil Service Her Excellency Anya Williams has advised that the Public Service Business Continuity Plan has been implemented to help to slow the spread of the virus.

The plan is essentially a hybrid version of the previous shift system implemented during the height of the pandemic.

During a virtual media conference on Tuesday January 11, Williams said: “Last week, the numbers ranged from 10% and peaked at around 20%, it is a fluid situation.

“And so when you look at persons coming out of quarantine, and then new batches are going in as we continue to receive large batches of results, in terms of numbers when I speak to 20% I'm talking about roughly 400 persons being impacted at the moment.”

The Deputy Governor explained that the cases span from across the police service, immigration, land registry, DECR, registration and citizenship and a number of other government departments.

Deputy Governor and Head of the Civil Service Her Excellency Anya Williams says the Public Service Business Continuity Plan has been implemented to help to slow the spread of the virus.

She said measures are being implemented to minimize the impact on critical services at these departments.

“To protect the public service and ensure that they're able to still offer some level of continuity … we've reinstated a hybrid of our previous shift system.

“So you would remember that we went through four phases during the pandemic, the first was we

closed on government offices and we went on lockdown, and we only had emergency services available.

“We then went back to reopening but we only reopened certain offices across government and we had people working from home. “ The third phase that we were in was when it was safe to do so and numbers had reduced in the country, everyone went back to going back to work”, she added.

In short, she explained that after people went back to work the practice of full social distancing were somewhat abandoned.

Williams said:“ What we're doing now is that we have gone back to having a hybrid of our previous shift system where some persons if you have a private office you will work from the office. “ Whereas if you're in a shared space, and so on, we're asking

some persons to alternate between the days that they work or working from home if they can, we're trying to also protect our teams by splitting them”.

The Deputy Governor stressed that the Government is actively trying to recruit staff for many of these Departments and resources are being doubled up to offset the current deficiencies.

“A key focus for us, one of the biggest positions that's in highest demand right now, is actually nursing positions.

“And so that has been a challenge to fill nursing positions, because the US in particular, has significantly increased the salaries on pay to nurses, and so many persons from the Caribbean are leaving to go to the US and so it's been very difficult to recruit.

“But we continue to pool our resources and we were grateful to have one support of the Cuban brigade here with us, and they are still actually here with us, although in smaller numbers and are still working in the hospital.

“And that has helped us even with the surge in the hospital, because I think persons don't recognize that despite the fact that Covid numbers may be low in the hospital at certain given times of the hospital and Providenciales is constantly under pressure”, she added.

Philip Guston and Musa McKim at the Currier Museum Currently on view at the Currier Museum, Philip Guston’s mural Pulpwood Logging (1941) is right beside its original partner, Musa McKim’s Wildlife in the White Mountains (1941). Both fourteenfoot murals were commissioned by the Works Progress Administration (WPA) — a federal program created

by Franklin Delano Roosevelt to combat the unemployment of the Great Depression — and were originally installed in the Forestry Building in Laconia, New Hampshire.

Guston’s mural is a vision of sustainable logging — and given the global pace of deforestation,

BY SAM BEN-MEIR

Sam Ben-Meir is a professor of philosophy and world religions at Mercy College in New York City.

it is as timely as ever. As a representational painter, the piece is the culmination of Guston’s work for he would soon go on to become one of the foremost Abstract Expressionists.

The mural is a depiction of four men working together – all but one of whom face the viewer. The one with his back to us is overseeing the day’s work. Interestingly, we see

what he sees: as if he is showing us the logging process. To his left, a man uses a peavey to roll the logs into place, while another cuts a log with a crosscut handsaw. The leftmost figure is hunched over as he lays a link chain in place. Guston has made each worker distinct and in so doing, imbued each individual with a quiet dignity.

In 1937, Musa McKim and Philip

Guston were married. Her mural, depicting the rich biodiversity of New Hampshire’s White Mountains, rewards one who pays close attention. She has rendered the grouse, deer, moose, bear, beaver, raccoon, chipmunk, wood duck, great egret, and belted kingfisher with a simple and loving fidelity. In the lower right corner, a family of three visitors to the National Forest -- presumably a mother, and her two children – resonates with the mother bear and her two cubs in the lower right corner.

Through January 16, these two murals will be happily reunited at the Currier Museum in Manchester,

NH — and the timing is significant.

These great works were the fruit of The New Deal and the efforts of the WPA which hired over ten thousand artists from across the country to create works of art.

Today, many Americans desperately need to see a similar initiative from the Federal Government — and yet, even relatively modest efforts in that direction have been stalled indefinitely. These murals are a reminder of what can be done when America invests in its workers and its artists — that is, when it truly embraces and harnesses its powers of collective rebirth and reinvention.

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Astwood chronicles PNP government’s pandemic failures

BY DELANA ISLES Leader of the Opposition, Hon. Edwin Astwood believes that the government has lost all control of the Covid-19 situation in the territory.

On Wednesday, January 12, the PDM leader bemoaned the lack of action, proper and complete information, innovation and proactivity from the government in their response to the pandemic.

He said the local picture of Covid-19 is now worse than it has ever been, yet there is no urgency from the government in response to this.

As at time of press, active cases stood at 840 - the highest it has ever been in the Turks and Caicos Islands since first being detected on March 23, 2020.

“We are seeing a lack of urgency and a lack of leadership in response to this new Covid-19 wave in our beloved Turks and Caicos Islands,” the leader said.

He pointed to the daily dashboard, stating that the active cases being reported continues to be alarmingly high.

Over the two weeks, positive cases have leap-frogged on a daily basis, the biggest leap being that of 300 plus active cases seen in the space of 24 hours.

Astwood stated: “Making things worse is the fact that the reported numbers do not include the lateral flow COVID positives, which are roughly four times higher than the daily reported positive numbers of the dashboards.”

He surmised: “It is suspected that for every one case reported on the dashboard, five lateral flow Covid-19 positives go unreported, and positive persons not followed up or monitored. Also, there is no requesting of contacts to report for testing, no compliance or enforcement of regulations being carried out and they are not visible as complaints are being heard by the public at large.”

The Opposition Leader is also alarmed that the government has now resorted to “handing the responsibility of the management of the pandemic” to the individual, as they are now vigorously pushing a personal responsibility tagline.

Throughout the past week, the Minister of Health has appeared in several forums insisting that “personal responsibility is the

order of the day” and has been since the start of the pandemic.

He outlined these personal responsibilities as: wearing a face mask/covering; physical distancing; personal hygiene; getting vaccinated and/or ‘boosterised’; and encouraging others to do the same.

However, the Opposition Leader insists that it is the responsibility of the elected government to safeguard citizens and borders.

He said it is also up to the government to make decisive, timely, and proper decisions; strengthen the country’s public health response; prevent the spread of the virus, as well as increase and improve the treatment and care options.

“This is the elected government’s work, not the personal responsibility of our citizens.”

He added: “It is evident that the government is suffering from [decidophobia], which is the irrational fear of making decisions.”

The Opposition Leader reiterates his previously aired views that the Premier and his cabinet “are definitely not ready for the pandemic work” as they are “shamelessly under-performing” even with all of the right infrastructure in place to handle the situation.

He is worried about the healthcare system being overwhelmed with the current wave

of rapidly spreading infections in the territory.

“The government has not learned from the first two waves of the pandemic, and has not been proactive - like anticipating possible future outbreaks and increase in positive Covid-19 cases, and preparing for the occurrence ahead of time, like we do each year for hurricane season.”

Astwood went on to list a wide array of things that - in his estimation - the government has failed to do in order to have a better handle on the current situation.

These include: provide adequate testing facilities, proper and easy access to information, provision of personal protection equipment for the public, stepped up compliance monitoring, put in place proper control measures to prevent super-spreader events, and adjust where necessary their stance on vaccinations, which the Opposition Leader believes needs tweaking.

He stated: “Rather it appears that the government’s only focus is to promote the vaccine as if that is the only measure that is needed.”

He contends that the failure of the government extends to protecting those family islands with small and older populations from viral spread, particularly Salt Cay and Middle Caicos.

“No one wants to go through another lockdown, and we do not want to see our country in one. Lockdowns are bad for our

Leader of the Opposition, Hon. Edwin Astwood”

economy and for our people.

“No one wants to see another person lose their life from being infected with Covid-19 when there are effective early treatment options available.”

It is with this in mind that the

Opposition Leader is calling on the government to make the appropriate decisions that could prevent further increases in positive cases, further deaths, further economic losses, and further time away from school and work.

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Breakthrough cases climb in the TCI; but unvaccinated more likely to end up in the ICU – says Deputy CMO

BY OLIVIA ROSE Although Covid-19 breakthrough cases are increasingly cropping up across the territory, unvaccinated people are more likely to become severely ill and hospitalized.

This observation was made

by Deputy Chief Medical Officer Dr.Jeremy Claude Myers during a virtual press conference on Tuesday January 11.

With the emergence of new and more transmissible Covid-19 variants appearing worldwide, and a surge in local cases, TCI health authorities say it's more urgent than ever to ensure that everyone who is eligible gets vaccinated against Covid-19.

However, in the Turks and Caicos Islands vaccine resistance and infections among both the vaccinated and unvaccinated is still a major bone of contention.

In an effort to curb the rampant spread of the virus in communities, the Ministry of Health recently announced a slate of public health measures, including a regulation, which permits only people who are fully vaccinated or have a negative Covid-19 test within 24 hours to enter restaurants, bars, nightclubs and discotheques.

This regulation, which is slated to take effect on January 21, has ignited discussions in some pockets of the Turks and Caicos Islands, and some residents are calling out the government for seemingly penalizing the unvaccinated population.

Shedding light on the situation, Dr.Myers said over 66 percent of

the positive cases recorded recently were breakthrough cases.

“Even though we see that persons with breakthrough infections are vaccinated, the ones who would end up potentially critically ill and would require escalated treatment such as ICU or even may die from the disease are those who are unvaccinated.”

He explained that the Ministry has to maintain its mandate of health especially during this pandemic.

Myers said: “So while it may come across as if we're targeting those persons, we have to bear in mind that these are still going to be the most vulnerable amongst our population.

“There's still no ICU capacity in Turks and Caicos Islands.

“Of course, persons affected in this way, may very well have to wait and perhaps may die or deteriorate while awaiting transfer to an available facility.”

He reminded that pandemic has caused many doors to close and overseas medical assistance is not guaranteed as services in other countries are also strained.

He said:“The service that we're seeing here is being experienced in all of our providers. And sometimes finding that kind of bed space is extremely difficult, and takes time that sometimes these persons may not have.

“So these decisions are really geared for early detection, trying to mitigate some of the risks and spread. “ Yes, vaccinated people do get Covid, but who's likely to die from

Deputy Chief Medical Officer Dr.Jeremy Claude Myers

it?.”

He underscored that when it comes to managing a crisis, the government does not have time on its side.

“We do not often have the luxury of time in dealing with public health crises like what we are dealing with now, to allow people to get their house in order, when the virus is kind of going at a much more rapid pace.

“We are not here to try and bully the population, our mandate is health and will always be health.”

He told reporters that decisions made to ensure the health of the public will not always be perfect, but the science has to be balanced with these tough decisions.

Myers added: “And it is taking a lot of things into consideration, both lives and livelihoods, but

overall health and internally what the capacity of the country is which we know we have two very small hospitals with very limited available resources, both human and infrastructure.

“Some of these decisions are not really to pinch the pocket; but somebody who is ill, and may need additional healthcare, there are those repercussions that we do need to take into consideration.”

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Response to Hon. Jamell Robinson’s ... or the PNP, as these numbers are consistent throughout the region, people wanted to travel. The fully vaccinated tourists are still importing Covid to our shores so you raising that as a point is ignorant.

You stated you have doubled and tripled the number of arrivals for the comparative period which would be October 2020- January 2021 vs October 2021-January 2022. You should be comparing Covid 19 with Omnicron, not Delta as you keep stating, as Delta was not a factor during that time.

Covid 19 was the deadliest form of Covid and most of that period there was no vaccine available or available in limited quantities throughout the world. Many persons canceled vacations and travel plans during that time, there were more curfews and restrictions in place to try to prevent spread. You know should this, your fellow Cabinet members should know this, so why are you comparing apples and oranges?

Jamell you also stated and I quote ‘Let us also be clear, the risks continue to be carried by those who remain unvaccinated and not boosterized. Please listen to the clarion call- Get vaccinated!

Get boosterized! Amplify your protection!’ Jamell, As Minister of Health you must set aside your arrogance and do your research.

More and more vaccinated persons are dying. Persons who have been boosterized are getting sick, are being hospitalized and are dying. As Minister of Health you should be encouraging persons to build up their immune system by eating healthy, exercising. Your Government should be passing laws making access to healthcare more easier and making healthy foods more affordable. You do this by working with the Minister of Finance, let healthy foods be duty free, which includes $0 customs processing fees, and limit the markup by vendors. Promoting the vaccine and boosters as the answer is wrong. Initially when persons who are fully vaccinated caught Covid they were referred to as breakthroughs cases. The fact that this is happening so often where vaccinated persons have caught Covid more than once these can no longer be considered as breakthrough cases.

You stated that Omnicron is low risk and Cabinet wants to balance lives and livelihoods so you are reducing the isolation period and following the measures applied in UK and the US. The fact that we have a large elderly population, many persons with underlying health conditions, and a good percentage of obesity in

our population, I must say you and Cabinet are playing with fire, and our people will be the ones getting burned. You and Cabinet have no idea, as none of us do, of the long term effects and implications of Covid. Are these people still contagious when they are released early from isolation?

Can they be reinfected when they are released? Are all of these cases Omnicron, Delta, Deltacron, or the original Covid 19? I doubt you and Cabinet know because the title of your release should have been Covid a year later and not Covid 19 because of the various mutations. Plus you keep referring to the Delta Variant a year ago when that only appeared in TCI mid year 2021. Your release that is dripped in arrogance and an air of superiority has me more worried than ever because it is obvious that you don’t know what you don’t know.

LET US EXAMINE THE 8 MEASURES YOU HIGHLIGHTED THAT CABINET HAS PUT IN PLACE:

1. Only requiring unvaccinated to have a negative covid-19 test within 24 hours before being permitted to enter restaurants, bars, nightclubs, discotheques and attend Religious events and funerals is discriminatory, will negatively impact those businesses/events and is foolish decision . Vaccinated persons can contract and spread the Covid virus. It is unrealistic and a financial burden to require this of unvaccinated persons.

Persons are unvaccinated for a myriad of reasons and to restrict their way of freely living in society like the vaccinated persons is an unjust measure by a Government elected to represent all personsvaccinated and unvaccinated.

2. instead of Lowering mandatory testing to two years old and above for visitors arriving and unvaccinated residents returning to the TCI, Cabinet should require all residents to present a negative Covid test.

Allowing potential infected fully vaccinated residents to travel in the same airplane and expose others on the airplane and return to TCI is unconscionable.

3. This measure of Social gatherings and social activities, including public beaches, of more than 50 persons shall requiring a permit is ineffective because depending on who you are, the Ministry of Health will allow it. This was Demonstrated when two members of Cabinet

had Christmas events far exceeding 50 persons with no social distancing and barely any face mask. This measure is only cosmetic because in reality this will be a case of who you know.

4. This measure of Bi-weekly testing of front-line staff inclusive of teachers is discriminatory unless the fully vaccinated frontline workers are included.

5. The Updated the Self-Isolation/ Quarantine Guidelines is more of a red flag than a positive measure. This measure will ensure Covid continues to spread via community transmission. The Premier always wanted to practice Herd immunity and this is the subtle way of implementing it. if PNP was the Government at the onset of this pandemic, hundreds of TCIs would have been dead.

6. The Approved policy for the voluntary vaccination of children aged 5-11 years against COVID-19 is frankly dangerous. Vaccinating children in their formative years with a vaccine that does not prevent catching or spreading the virus, that requires Lord knows how many additional shots is pure lunacy. Instead Government should ensure children during their formative years have access to healthy food items, and not living sedentary lives. The focus should be on introducing healthy eating and exercise habits early to build strong immune systems.

7. Cabinet decided at the Eleventh hour to revert to online learning for students to avoid super spread when Cabinet was aware from prior to Christmas the Covid positive testing results were extremely high. So high the Ministry of Health thought the equipment was faulty. Do not pat yourself on the back for incompetence.

8. Implementing a Business Continuity Plan for the entire Public Service to ensure continuity of service delivery to minimize spread amongst our workforce was not a proactive measure on your Government and Cabinet’s behalf. We all saw the press releases where Government department after department had to close for deep cleaning. Cabinet waited until at-least 30% of the civil service was infected to start considering returning to shift work. If that isn’t REACTIVE, I do not know what is.

I noted one comparison you conveniently did not make.

On February 19, 2021, the day elections were held, there were 292 confirmed active cases, 11 persons hospitalized, 14 Covid deaths, and 1,998 overall confirmed cases.

Under the incompetent PNP Government and slack Cabinet as of yesterday, January 11th, 2022, we have 735 confirmed active cases, 5 hospitalized, 4,482 overall confirmed cases to-date and 27 deaths.

The former Government had a deadlier strain of Covid with no vaccine until January 11, 2021, a month and 8 days before elections and managed to contain the virus and minimized the number of deaths, while your PNP Government had the Covid vaccine the entire time of your Governance, had milder variants from mid year 2021 to present and as of todays’s dashboard we have still have an additional 443 active confirmed cases compared to February19, 2021, and an additional 2,484 persons contracted Covid overall since February 19, 2021, despite 80% of the population being vaccinated,. We have 5 persons cure hospitalized and half of them are fully vaccinated and 13 deaths on island since the PNP took office and 5 additional deaths of critical Covid patients that PNP had airlifted overseas to keep Covid death numbers down.

With all the groundwork and measures that was performed before hand to make the management of Covid easier, prior to PNP becoming the Government we are worse off now than when the your PNP was elected. Instead of implementing sensible measures such as reverting to a negative PCR test being the only test accepted from all persons coming to our shores, that’s vaccinated and unvaccinated, visitors and returning residents, Cabinet seeks

to penalize the unvaccinated through discrimination.

The poor example set by members of Cabinet who constantly are seen not wearing face mask and not social distancing has many others following Cabinets poor example.

Therefore Cabinet has no room to lecture anyone about personal responsibility when Cabinet continuously gives their own protocols and measures the middle finger. This will be demonstrated when the Biggest Wedding in TCI is allowed this month.

Cabinet is a disgrace and Jamell you are a bigger disgrace because you are the Minister of Health and it’s your Face , Your Name, that will be recorded in the History Books showing the fumbling of Covid.

Jamell, You and the Cabinet members are a disgrace. One year to date of the first vaccines being rolled out in January 11, 2021, our country has the worse statistics and this dashboard is still NOT Accurate. Your Ministry’s release stated that 450 test results were sent away and were received.

However the dashboard has only been updated with 388 of those results and 100% are positive.

Where are the other 62 results?

What about the persons still waiting on these results? Are all of these Omnicron? For the Love of Country, tell us the truth? You are risking lives. This is insanity what you and Cabinet are doing. You know we have significantly more active cases but you are risking more deaths. Cabinet has blood on its hands, and Jamell you are now the Face of this Pandemic.

Yours sincerely, Mr. Eugene Arthur Minister of Pure Facts, No Chaser On behalf of the People of Turks and Caicos Islands that Expect Good, Responsible, and Accountable Governance

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The David Burt Government is not ready to end the 12.30am-to-5am curfew.

Bermuda: Quarantine restrictions could be loosened, but no end to curfew

Jovenel Moïse was assassinated in July.

NY Times claims Haiti’s PM maintained close contact to prime suspect in murder of president HAITI’S prime minister is again being implicated in the murder of the country’s president, Jovenel Moïse in July.

The New York Times today reported that PM Ariel Henry, who became head of the government following Moïse’s murder in July, maintained communications with a prime suspect in the case and that the two stayed in close contact even after the murder.

The news comes after Henry fired a prosecutor who was responsible for investigating the murder and had wanted to question him in reference to phone calls made by a suspect. It also comes Henry has promised to bring the assassins to justice, curb the violence and usher in a period of political unity.

The Times today reported that it saw phone records, as well as

conducted interviews with Haitian officials and a principal suspect in the crime, who reveal potentially incriminating details about the relationship between Henry and Joseph Felix Badio, a former justice ministry official wanted by the Haitian authorities on suspicion of organizing the attack that killed Moïse.

The paper said Badio spoke to Henry before the killing and afterward, including in two calls for a total of seven minutes the morning after the assassination.

Additionally, the Times reported that when Badio was wanted by the police, he visited Henry.

“Four months after the assassination, the officials said, Mr. Badio went to Mr. Henry’s official residence twice — both times at night — and was able to walk in

unimpeded by the prime minister’s security guards, despite being on the run from the police,” the paper reported today.

A spokesperson for Henry told the paper, said that, despite the phone records, he did not speak to Badio after the assassination and that he has no relationship with the suspect. Badio was unreachable for comment.

On July 7, 2021, President Jovenel Moïse was killed in an attack at his private residence on the outskirts of Port-au-Prince. There are, however, at least six American citizens and residents who are accused by the Haitian police of participating in the plot. A former Colombian commando accused of taking part in the assault, Mario Palacios, was charged in Florida on Jan. 4th with conspiring to kill Moïse. (Newsamericanow)

THE Bermudian Government may relax quarantine measures imposed to stem a recent surge in coronavirus infections, The Royal Gazette can reveal.

A spokeswoman for the Ministry of Health confirmed that the Government was aware that other countries had reduced quarantine requirements and that Bermuda was also considering a change.

The announcement came despite an escalation in the number of active cases, which now stand at more than 1,100.

The spokeswoman said: “The ministry and Chief Medical Officer are aware of changes that other countries are making based on their current situations.

“Bermuda has been following guidelines from Public Health England and the US Centres for Disease Control.

“As such the ministry and CMO are in consultation … and looking at changes that could be suitable to Bermuda.”

Anyone who tests positive for the

virus at present has to quarantine for up to 14 days under government regulations.

The regulations are stricter than those in the UK and US, which stipulate that infected people should quarantine for a maximum of seven days.

The spokeswoman, however, ruled out changes to other public safety regulations, such as an end to the 12.30am-to-5am curfew.

She said: “There has been a continued monitoring of our public health measures during the outbreak. At this time, the curfew and other measures will remain in place.”

The news came after the Government came under fire last week over coronavirus test regulations.

Carika Weldon, the head of the Molecular Diagnostic and Research Laboratory, last week resigned after she warned the Government that the lab was being swamped with test samples – and did not have the manpower to cope. (Royal Gazette)

Education among top ‘development gaps’ in the Bahamas THE Bahamas faces its biggest “development gaps” in the areas of education and environmental performance, an Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) report has confirmed.

The multilateral lender, in its just-released Caribbean Quarterly Bulletin, said a development gap analysis it had performed on The Bahamas revealed multiple deficiencies in sectors related to human capital, governance, infrastructure, utilities and business development.

The Bahamas, according to the IDB, fared especially poorly when it came to education and the environment with both returning

scores of around -80 with -100 being the greatest “development gap” possible. Weaknesses in education outcomes, with a national ‘D-’ BGCSE grade average having persisted for decades, are especially well-known and remain a key source of economic and social concern.

Meanwhile, negative -50 “development gap” scores were also recorded by The Bahamas in the areas of “governance, business environment and social capital” and “economic complexity, innovation and diversification”. The scores for “small and medium-sized enterprises and financial inclusion”, and “telecommunications and digital adoption”, were around -40 and -30,

respectively.

Smaller developments gaps were identified in the areas of energy, transportation, health and water, with The Bahamas achieving positive scores in tourism, gender gaps, sanitation, agribusiness, and financial institutions. However, the rankings provide an insight as to why The Bahamas may have struggled to reach an average of 2 percent annual GDP growth in every decade since the 1980s.

The IDB pegged the average annual GDP growth achieved by this nation in the 1990s at 1.7 percent, a level that many may consider as surprisingly low given that it featured a Bahamian tourism revival

The Inter-American Development Bank headquarters at Washington D.C.

via Atlantis and other major resort developments. The average growth rates achieved for the 2000s and 2010s were pegged at 1 percent and 1.3 percent, respectively.

“Growth in The Bahamas has been modest during the last two decades, with annual real GDP growth averaging 1 percent in the

decade of the 2000s and 1.3 percent in the 2010s,” the IDB bulletin said.

“A gap development analysis performed by the IDB indicates that given the country’s level of income per capita, there are deficiencies in several areas related to infrastructure such as telecommunications and digital adoption, energy, transport and water.

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Most Caribbean countries will see economic growth in 2022 CITIZENS in most Caribbean countries should see positive changes in their economic activities and well-being in 2022, as the World Bank is projecting increases in Gross Domestic Product (GDP) over 2021 figures.

This should have some relief for members of the Caribbean diaspora who sent a major part of the estimated $126 billion to families and friends in Latin America and the Caribbean in 2021. The growth according to the World Bank is on account of the expected timing of the recovery in international tourist arrivals. Almost every Caribbean country depends on tourism for needed foreign exchange and economic sustenance. According to statista.com, tourism contributed 24.5 percent or roughly $24 billion to the region’s gross domestic product (GDP) in 2020.

GUYANA HAS THE MOST SIGNIFICANT GDP GROWTH Of all the countries referred to in the Bank’s report, Guyana is projected to have the most significant growth. The Guyanese economy is expected to grow by 49.7 percent, after coming off an estimated 21.2 percent increase in 2021. In 2020 when every Caribbean country experienced declining gross domestic productivity (GDP), Guyana’s economy grew by 43.5 percent. In 2019 the South American state was the fastest growing in the world.

The catalyst behind Guyana’s growth does not fit into the mold of the World Bank’s projected growth engine, however. Tourism accounts for only 0.58 percent of the country’s GDP. Instead, the recent discovery of vast oil fields has provided hurricane type winds beneath the wings of its economic growth.

The only country of the lot that will see a decline in GDP is Jamaica.

The only country of the lot that would see a decline in GDP is Jamaica.

The island’s productivity will move from an estimated 4.3 percent in 2021 to 3.0 percent in 2022.

THE REGIONAL VIEW Regionally, growth is estimated to rebound in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) when the final numbers are in for 2021, said the Washington-based financial institution. Its estimates showed an increase of 6.7 percent for last year, driven by favorable external conditions and pandemic-related developments.

The Bank said strong demand in key export destinations – the United States and China- high commodity prices and continued high remittances to Central American and Caribbean countries were also supportive of growth in 2021.

Looking ahead, the World Bank said regional growth is projected to soften, to 2.6 per cent in 2022 and 2.7 per cent in 2023, as fiscal and monetary policy is tightened, improvements in labour market conditions continue to be sluggish,

and external conditions become less supportive. The recovery to prepandemic levels of gross domestic product (GDP) will be uneven across the region, and prolonged in some countries.

RISKS TO GROWTH But even though bullish in its growth projections, the bank highlighted some associated risks. It said the risks to growth in the LAC include spikes in COVID-19 cases, financing and debt-related stress, and disruptions from extreme weather events and natural disasters.

“The durability of economic recovery in LAC, as elsewhere, depends on the control of the pandemic. COVID-19 outbreaks, including those triggered by new variants of the virus, remain a downside risk even in countries with high vaccination rates,” it said “A sudden deterioration of investor sentiment, especially in an environment of elevated inflation and high government debt, could trigger debt servicing challenges and

bouts of capital outflows. Rising inflation—which hits low-income workers particularly hard—is constraining monetary policy.”

The bank emphasized that in advanced economies, inflation is running at the highest rates since 2008. It said that in emerging markets and developing economies, inflation has reached its highest rate since 2011. “Many emerging and developing economies are withdrawing policy support to contain inflationary pressures—well before the recovery is complete,” as a result it said.

DEBT BURDEN ON CARIBBEAN COUNTRIES In October last year, the bank warned that debt of low-income countries rose to records levels. That report stated that “external debt stocks of low- and middle-income countries in the Caribbean and other places combined, rose 5.3 per cent in 2020 to US$8.7 trillion.”

Many Caribbean leaders have voiced their concerns on the

consequences of external debt on the survival of their countries, especially as it relates to the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. In March last year, Prime Minister Andrew Holness of Jamaica, made a plea to have further extension of the Debt Service Suspension Initiative (DSSI) of the Group of 20 (G-20) countries.

The Prime Minister said at the time that: “In this respect, we support the proposal by the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC) to address the liquidity needs of Caribbean countries, through the creation of a Caribbean Resilience Fund.”

Antigua and Barbuda’s Prime Minister Gaston Browne, said in reference to the small island developing states (SIDS), that “Right now, many SIDS confront the danger of collapsing from a massive economic sclerosis, arising from the deep economic wounds created

by COVID, to include the attendant debt crisis.”

Commenting further on the risks associated with its projections, the World Bank stated that, “Economic disruptions related to extreme weather, partly related to climate change, and other natural disasters pose a significant risk not only for the regional growth outlook but also for the lives and livelihoods of people living in the region. “ Last year the damage from hurricanes in the Caribbean was not as significant as previous years.

Elsa caused the most damage, killing three persons and causing major damages in the Lesser Antilles.

Hurricane Grace also caused damage to Haiti while it was still recovering from a major earthquake.

Nonetheless, the Caribbean is forever in the path of natural disasters, especially from hurricanes.

(Caribbeannationalweekly)

Two Haitian journalists burnt alive in gang attack TWO Haitian journalists have been shot and then burned alive on the outskirts of the capital, Port-auPrince, according to one of their employers.

Wilguens Louissaint and Amady John Wesley had travelled to an area where rival gangs are fighting for control.

Mr Wesley’s employer, Écoute FM, said he was “savagely” killed while reporting on the area.

The radio station told the BBC that one of the gangs was behind the deaths.

It added the unnamed group were a rival of the Baz Ti Makak gang, which had been trying to speak with the media.

A security source confirmed to CNN the men had been burned

alive, while another unnamed source told Reuters news agency a third journalist managed to escape.

Haiti’s security situation has declined sharply since the assassination of the President Jovenel Moïse in July.

On Saturday, gunmen tried to kill Haitian Prime Minister Ariel Henry.

He had vowed to crack down the gangs who have been blamed for a wave of kidnappings across the country.

However, police have been largely ineffective. They have failed to organise any large-scale operations to tackle gang violence in the country since March 2021, when four police officers were killed in an attempted raid in a Port-au-Prince neighbourhood.

Thursday’s attack took place in Laboule 12, just to the south of the capital. Gangs here are fighting for control because of the road which passes through it, which connects Port-au-Prince to country’s south.

The main road to the south from Port-au-Prince is already under the control of one of Haiti’s most powerful gangs.

It is not immediately exactly which gang targeted the journalists, or exactly why they were targeted. Écoute FM denounced the attack on “journalists exercising their profession freely” in Haiti. Reporters Without Borders describes it as a “dangerous and precarious” place to work, noting a number of journalists have been killed in recent years.

(BBC)

The security situation has deteriorated amid the country’s political instability.

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Covid: Half of Europe to be infected with Omicron within weeks - WHO THE World Health Organization has warned that half of Europe will have caught the Omicron Covid variant within the next six to eight weeks.

Dr Hans Kluge said a “west-toeast tidal wave” of Omicron was sweeping across the region, on top of a surge in the Delta variant.

The projection was based on the seven million new cases reported across Europe in the first week of 2022.

The number of infections has more than doubled in a two-week period.

“Today the Omicron variant represents a new west-to-east tidal wave, sweeping across the region on top of the Delta surge that all countries were managing until late 2021,” Dr Kluge told a news conference.

He quoted the Seattle-based Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation as forecasting that “more than 50 percent of the population in the region will be infected with Omicron in the next six to eight weeks”.

He said European and Central Asian countries remained under “intense pressure” as the virus spread from western countries into

The record number of people catching omicron has left health systems under severe strain.

the Balkans.

“How each country now responds must be informed by its epidemiological situation, available resources, vaccination uptake status and socio-economic context”, he added.

Recent studies suggest that Omicron is less likely to make people seriously ill than previous Covid

variants. But Omicron is still highly contagious and can infect people even if they are fully vaccinated.

The record number of people catching it has left health systems under severe strain.

On Monday, the UK reported a further 142,224 confirmed cases of the virus and 77 deaths. A number of hospitals have declared “critical”

incidents due to staff absences and rising pressures caused by Covid.

Elsewhere, hospital numbers are also rising. France’s Health Minister Olivier Veran warned last week that January would be tough for hospitals.

He added that Omicron patients were taking up “conventional” beds in hospitals while Delta was putting a strain on ICU departments.

In eastern Europe, Poland reported that 100,000 people had died from the virus in the country since the start of the pandemic. Poland now has the sixth-highest mortality rate in the world from Covid-19, and almost 40% of its population remains unvaccinated.

In Russia, top consumer health official Anna Popova told a meeting of the government’s coronavirus task force that without action to control the spread of the virus, the daily number of new Covid cases there could reach 100,000.

The daily infection rate had recently been declining from a peak of 41,335 cases recorded in early November, Reuters news agency reports.

Ms Popova said 305 known cases of the Omicron variant had been detected so far, in 13 of the country’s regions. Russia has registered at least 311,281 deaths and 10.5 million cases to date.

On Monday, the pharmaceutical firm Pfizer said it would be able to launch a version of its vaccine that offers special protection against Omicron, to be rolled out in March.

Health experts say it is not yet clear whether this is needed. (BBC)

US consumer prices rise at fastest rate in nearly 40 years PRICES in the US are rising at their fastest rate in almost 40 years, with inflation up 7% year-on-year in December.

Strong demand and scarce supply for key items such as cars are driving the increases, which are putting pressure on policymakers to act.

The US central bank is expected to raise interest rates this year.

The rise in borrowing costs is aimed at reducing demand by making purchases such as cars more expensive.

December’s increase marked the third month in a row that the US annual inflation rate has hovered above 6% - well north of policymakers’ 2% target. The last time the pace of inflation exceeded that level was 1982.

Housing costs were up 4.1% yearon-year, while the cost of groceries rose 6.5% - compared to a 1.5% annual average over the last 10 years.

Wednesday’s report from the Labor Department showed signs that some of the pressures may be easing.

The cost of energy dropped 0.4% from November to December - its first decline since April. But over 12 months energy costs are up by nearly 30% and have returned to their upward trend in recent days.

“Overall, this is every bit as bad as we expected,” Paul Ashworth, chief economist at Capital Economics, said of the December inflation report.

Reacting to the latest report,

President Joe Biden said that it “demonstrates that we are making progress in slowing the rate of price increases”.

He added that there is “more work to do” in the US and noted that “inflation is a global challenge, appearing in virtually every developed nation as it emerges from the pandemic economic slump”.

The price pressures occurring in the US have been seen to varying degrees around the world.

The Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development, which represents more than 30 of the world’s largest economies, said this week that inflation among its members had hit its highest rate in 25 years in November.

FURTHER RISES In the UK, inflation hit a 10-year high in November, while globally, prices are rising at their fastest pace since 2008, according to the World Bank.

While many countries are grappling with higher food and energy costs, the US has seen an unusually large pick-up in inflation.

That’s due in part to strong demand from households, whose spending got a boost from government coronavirus aid and shifted suddenly from things like travel to furniture during the pandemic.

Economists in the US were initially hopeful that the pressures

Strong demand and scarce supply for key items are driving the increases.

would ease as the pandemic faded.

But ongoing production snarls and the emergence of virus variants have made the price increases more persistent than expected.

“It’s proving more difficult than we had hoped to end the pandemic,” the head of America’s central bank, Jerome Powell, told Congress on Tuesday.

Sarah House, economist at Wells Fargo, said it is no longer likely that inflation will fade naturally as the pandemic abates, pointing to worker shortages and wages, which have also been rising - though not as fast as prices.

“Although the exceptional pace of goods inflation and momentum in

shelter costs are still firmly rooted in the pandemic, the increasingly tight labour market and ensuing wage pressures will make it difficult for inflation to fall back on its own,” she said.

The issue has put pressure on the Biden administration, eroding consumer confidence despite other signs of a strong economy.

Mr Powell has pledged to keep inflation in check by raising interest rates. But on Tuesday he warned those moves would only go so far to address the problem if supply chain issues persist, pointing to risks from new shutdowns in China.

“Omicron, particularly if China sticks to a no-Covid policy, Omicron

can really disrupt the supply chains again,” he said.

Official inflation figures from China on Thursday showed prices rose less than expected in November, with producer prices up 10.3% and consumer prices up 1.5%.

But that easing is not necessarily an indicator of what will happen elsewhere, said Gian Maria MilesiFerretti, senior fellow at the Brookings Institution, a Washington think tank.

“Indicators of what is happening [in China] to the labour market, to wage demands and to the supply bottlenecks that have pushed up some prices ... those are more important indicators,” he said. (BBC)

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Boris Johnson: Ministers rally round PM as he faces calls to quit CABINET ministers have pledged their support for Boris Johnson, as he faces calls to resign after admitting attending a drinks party in lockdown.

Meanwhile, the PM cancelled a visit to Lancashire after a family member tested positive for coronavirus.

Scottish Tory leader Douglas Ross and other senior backbenchers have urged him to stand down.

But cabinet ministers have urged MPs to wait for the outcome of an inquiry into alleged Covid-rule breaking at No 10.

And Commons leader Jacob Rees-Mogg dismissed Mr Ross as a “lightweight”.

Mr Ross has written to the 1922 Committee, which oversees Tory leadership contests, to say he has no confidence in the prime minister.

If 54 or more of the party’s MPs do so, a vote of confidence in Mr Johnson can go ahead - and if he loses, a leadership contest takes place. The chairman of the 1922 committee, Sir Graham Brady, does not reveal how many letters he has received until they have reached the threshold.

Northern Ireland Secretary Brandon Lewis told BBC Breakfast he “absolutely” backed Mr Johnson, adding: “You’ve got to let these

investigations get to the full details and the full facts.”

Foreign Secretary Liz Truss said she stood behind the prime minister “100%”, while Chancellor Rishi Sunak said Mr Johnson had been “right to apologise”, adding that he supported his call for “patience” while senior civil servant Sue Gray completes her investigation.

Deputy Prime Minister Dominic Raab said the PM he had given a “very clear account” of what happened and Health Secretary Sajid Javid said “most people have accepted” the need to wait for Ms Gray’s findings.

In the Commons, Mr ReesMogg said a future full inquiry into the pandemic would look at whether Covid restrictions had been “proportionate” or “too hard on people”.

“I think everybody understands, on all sides of the House, that people were obeying the rules, and these rules were very hard for people to obey,” he added.

Mr Johnson’s planned visit on Thursday to a vaccination clinic in Lancashire was cancelled and he will follow official guidance, including taking daily tests and limiting contact with other people, a Downing Street spokesperson

Prime Minister Boris Johnson has the support of his cabinet.

said.

Mr Johnson admitted at Prime Minister’s Questions on Wednesday that he had joined colleagues for drinks in the Downing Street garden on 20 May 2020 for around 25 minutes, to thank them for their hard work during the pandemic, but had “believed implicitly that this was a work event”.

He apologised for his handling of the event, saying he understood people’s “rage”.

The gathering, described in the invitation as socially distanced,

was attended by around 30 people, who were invited to bring their own alcohol. Food, including sausage rolls and crisps, was reportedly laid out on trestle tables.

CALLS FOR HIS RESIGNATION Labour, the Liberal Democrats and the SNP have called on the prime minister to resign, claiming he broke Covid rules.

Shadow health secretary Wes Streeting told the Commons: “The prime minister’s not fit to lick the

boots of NHS staff in this country.”

And Labour deputy leader Angela Rayner has written to all members of the cabinet, asking whether they attended any gatherings during lockdown.

Mr Johnson’s statement and apology received a mixed reaction among Conservatives.

William Wragg, a backbench MP who chairs an influential select committee, called the prime minister’s position “untenable”.

Fellow Tory Caroline Nokes, who chairs another Commons committee, said Mr Johnson should resign, as he was “damaging the entire Conservative brand”.

The former minister, who has previously been critical of Mr Johnson’s leadership, told ITV’s Robert Peston: “Regretfully, he looks like a liability. And I think he either goes now, or he goes in three years’ time at a general election.”

But Lia Nici, Tory MP for Great Grimsby, accused the Civil Service of trying to “stitch up” the prime minister over the Downing Street drinks.

She told BBC Radio Humberside that Mr Johnson’s principal private secretary, Martin Reynolds - in whose name the invitations were sent out - should be investigated. (BBC)

Missile tests: US imposes sanctions on North Korean and Russian individuals THE US on Wednesday announced sanctions on eight North Korean and Russian individuals and entities for supporting North Korea’s ballistic missile programmes, imposing the punishments after a pair of new missile tests by North Korea in the last week.

“Today’s actions, part of the United States’ ongoing efforts to counter (North Korea’s) weapons of mass destruction and ballistic missile programmes, target its continued use of overseas representatives to illegally procure goods for weapons,” Under Secretary of the Treasury for Terrorism and Financial Intelligence Brian E. Nelson said in a statement.

North Korea’s “latest missile launches are further evidence that it continues to advance prohibited programmes despite the international community’s calls for diplomacy and denuclearization,” he added.

Secretary of State Antony Blinken said in a statement later Wednesday that in addition to the individuals and entities that the Treasury Department had imposed sanctions on, his department was placing sanctions on “one (North Korean) individual, one Russian individual, and one Russian entity that have engaged in activities or transactions that have materially contributed to the proliferation of (weapons of mass destruction) or their means of delivery by (North

Tuesday’s projectile covered a distance of more than 700 kilometres (435 miles).

Korea).”

A full assessment of the missile test by North Korea on Tuesday local time continues to be made.

Three US officials told CNN that it demonstrated some surprising capabilities, although two other

US officials said they were not surprised by the development. Those two officials cited North Korea’s statement that it was working on new advanced weapons for war fighting earlier this month and launched its first hypersonic missile test last year.

Meanwhile, South Korea’s Joint Chiefs of Staff said Tuesday’s test was more advanced than the missile Pyongyang tested last week, reaching a velocity of more than 10 times the speed of sound.

One US administration official said the current assessment is the missile most likely released a glide vehicle, but it’s not clear how successful it was. A maneuverable glide vehicle is when the front end of the missile detaches and can maneuver and change course.

Multiple officials also cautioned that analysis remains ongoing, with one adding that it is not clear if the capabilities demonstrated in the test are immediately relevant to North Korea’s operational military capacity.

Tuesday’s projectile was launched from Jangang province, near the border with China, and landed in the ocean between the Korean Peninsula and Japan, its flight covering a distance of more than 700 kilometres (435 miles) and reaching a height of 60 kilometres (37 miles), according to South Korea.

North Korea said Wednesday that it had successfully test-fired a hypersonic missile, according to its state media, making it the third alleged test of such a weapon by the Kim Jong Un regime. Kim attended the launch, state media reported.

Despite the advanced launch, the Biden administration does not plan to reach out to North Korea in a substantive way before South Korean elections in March, administration officials said.

The weapons test this week comes as diplomacy between the US and North Korea has been halted for more than a year. Though the Biden administration has tried to reach out to North Korea a handful of times, there has been no real response.

State Department spokesman Ned Price told reporters on Wednesday that the Biden administration’s policy toward North Korea remains “unchanged” in the face of the recent missile launches. The administration still believes that the “only effective” way to bring about peace on the Korean Peninsula is through dialogue, he said.

US officials have watched, and quietly supported, as South Korea has tried to engage North Korea in many ways over the last year. But South Koreans do not think there is a high chance of diplomacy before the elections, and Biden administration officials agree.

Administration officials believe that North Korea is now solely focused on two things: the coronavirus pandemic and advancing its weapons systems, the officials said. (CNN)

20 CLASSIFIEDS 4D’S MAINTENANCE

MILLENNIUM HIGHWAY, BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

PAINTER

Apply paints, stains, and coatings to interior and exterior walls, new buildings, homes, offices and other structural surfaces. Salary: $6.25 Hourly

E AND V CONSTRUCTION GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

To work 6 days a week at $7.50 an hour. Duties include ensuring that premises are clean and tidy collect and removing all debris and any other duties assigned. This is a new position.

ASHWOOD HALL

Conch Bar, Middle Caicos Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

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

• To work 5 days a week.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 231-1620

CONTACT: 243-8307

PERSON ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND COPIES RESUMES TO THE EMPLOYMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT AND CALL 2421358 28338

BUTTERFIELD GOLD GROUP OF COMPANIES

LABOURER

CHERY WILNER

• Operate basic hand tools (Saws, Shovels, Rakes, etc.).

• Operate basic power tools (Lawn Mowers, brush cutters, weed cutters, etc..).

• Remove unwanted debris from job site and disposed of to the garbage.

• Clean used equipment, and safely store in storage area.

LABOURER

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28315

POSITIONS AVAILABLE Work permit holders hold all positions ROSIE’S DELIGHT RESTAURANT

ONE (1) SERVER

• Serving Customer • Cashier Relief • Keeping the work station clean • Any other duties required Wages: starting from $7.00 per hour DEADLINE DATE: SUBMIT APPLICATIONS TO BY JANUARY 20TH 2021 TO: BUTTERFIELD GOLD LTD., HUMAN RESOURCE DEPARTMENT TOWN CENTER MALL, PROVIDENCIALES TEL: 649-946-4211 LABOUR COMMISSIONER EMPLOYMENT SERVICES SAMUEL BEEN BUILDING AIRPORT ROAD, PROVIDENCIALES

28269

ELIE JOSAPHAT Bay Road, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

BLAZE CONTRACTING

2 DOMESTIC WORKERS

T-SHIRT PRESSER

Follow blueprints and building plans to meet the needs of clients. Install structures and fixtures. Measure or cut wood, and other materials.

Sweeping the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and other house work. Salary: $300 weekly

CONTACT: 341-8585

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder 28363

Pressing designs on T-Shirts. Salary: $8.50 Hourly CONTACT: 344-2235

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28290

JUBA SOUND Is seeking to employ a

CARPENTER - $7.50 HOURLY

PAINTER - $7.50 HOURLY

Apply paints, stains to interior and exterior walls, new buildings, homes, offices and other structural surfaces.

CONTACT: 331-4122

Belongers are to apply to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 28341

BENJAMIN N.ROBINSON

COCO BISTRO

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

COOK

• Responsible for recipes and planning daily specials • Punctuality and adhering to management schedule • Making sure kitchen is closed properly • Must have 15 or more years if experience • Prepping for meals • Preparing orders as they are place Salary: $34,000 per annum. Must be willing to work 6 days per week

Grand Turk, PALM GROOVE Is seeking to employ

TWO DOMESTIC WORKER

Duties: His job is to sweep the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, living room, and laundering sheets. Salary: $6. 50per hourly

CONTACT: 1(649) 231 70 26

#1 Kishco Building, Airport Road Is seeking to employ a

D’SIRI BEAUTY SALON

DREAM PAVILION CATERING

DOUGLAS ALEXANDER COX

DONAVAN FORTUNE

EMILIENNE BRUTUS

COSMETOLOGIST

PRIVATE CHEF

LABOURER Cleaning outside the

CLEANER

Five Cays, New Division #80 Tel: 241-211

BABYSITTER

CONTACT: 232-7124

FREDERIC PIERRE

Five Cays Norway #234 Tel: 332-2295 -$300.00 Weekly Cleaning the house, wash, iron and cook.

CONTACT: 242-3257

Contact: 946-5369. Email: cocobistro@tciway.tc

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder. Deadline for application is January 20th, 2022 28276

#81 AMBERGRIS CAY Is seeking to employ a

- $6.50 HOURLY Shampooing, cutting, coloring, and styling hair, and massaging and treating scalp.

Makeup, dress wigs, perform hair removal and skin care services.

- $12.00 Hourly Setting up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment. Preparing ingredients to use in cooking.

Cooking food in various utensils or grillers.

- $7.00 HOURLY Basic manicures, artificial nails,hand massages, nail fills, nail repair, and nail polishing.

Pedicures and the application of acrylic toenails.

- $9.00 Hourly Greet guests at the door, assist in the planning of events, oversee table settings, and serve drinks and food.

MANICURE & PEDICURE

CONTACT: 649-346-1611

BUTLER

CONTACT: 649-232-9171

Belongers are to apply to the Labour Board 28244

BELONGERS ARE TO APPLY TO THE LABOUR BOARD. RENEWAL

Belongers are to apply to the Labour Board 28323

ERIKA BERNABEL WILLIAMS

EUNIKE PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

28336

EMILY DE LA CRUZ BELEN 61 MARY JANE LANE, BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

BUTTERFLIES CLOSED APART. 4A GLASS SHACK Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

DOMESTIC WORKER

CONTACT: 241-0236

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

BEST PRINTING SERVICE

EASYWAY EMPLOYMENT SERVICES ACTING ON BEHALF OF

DOMESTIC WORKER

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 28291

THE BIGHT Is seeking to employ a

RENY ELIE PLAZA, BLUE HILLS, PROVO Is seeking to employ a

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28330

- $300.00 Weekly Caring for my daughter, bath, dress her, prepare meal & feed her. Monitor her and play with her.

Wash, iron, cook and clean the house.

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

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28288

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

BENSON EDWARD RIGBY

C & S PROPERTY MANAGEMENT 181 UNCLE PAUL CIRCLE, BLUE HILLS, PROVIDENCIALES CONTACT NUMBER: (649) 241-5563 WORK PERMIT RENEWAL SALARY: $ 6.75 PER HOUR BELONGERS ONLY APPLY 28275

Sweeping the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and other housework. Salary: $6.25 Hourly Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 28156

January 15-21, 2022

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

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

CONTACT: 345-8242

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28246

is seeking to hire the following person/s:

KEW TOWN Is seeking to employ a

property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, and door frames. Salary: $6.50 Hourly

CONTACT: 246-0914

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

28317

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder. 28297

THE BIGHT Is seeking to employ a

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

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 347-4220

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 28266

FIRST SOURCE EMPLOYMENT AND RECRUITMENT AGENCY is acting on the behalf of its client

LABOURER

DIRT WORKS EQUIPMENT RENTAL LTD

TO WORK 5 DAYS A WEEK INCLUDING SOME WEEKENDS. Duties include: weeding, pruning and taking care of landscaping, making sure that property grounds always look presentable and acceptable or any other duties prescribed by management.

Successful candidate/s should also be available to work on landscaping contracts for the company.

Salary $9.00 per hour PLEASE SEND INTERESTS TO EMAIL: TADDERLEY@ICLOUD.COM OR CALL (649) 246-3602 THIS IS FOR A WORK PERMIT RENEWAL. BELONGERS ONLY APPLY

28273

85 Thompson Cove, Providenciales TCI who is seeking to employ a

HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC

THE PERSON WILL BE RESPONSIBLE TO • Evaluate and diagnose customer vehicles and heavy equipment.

• Repair damaged machinery and components.

• Overhaul engines and reinstall into equipment and

vehicles.

• Review all vehicle systems for signs of malfunction and wear.

• Consult with customers regarding repair needs and formulate plan • Salary: $8.00 per hour

SUBMIT CV TO :DIRTWORKSTCI@GMAIL.COM/CALL: 649-232-3478 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume 28256 to the Labour Board.

January 15-21, 2022

inventory bar daily • *must be able to open bottles of wine • *ensure proper cash handling - open and closing duties • *working hours Monday Sunday including holidays, based on scheduled shift *must be available to start at 6 am , hours based on weekly schedule Wage: $6.25 per hour

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER. BELONGERS ONLY APPLY

Grand Turk, BACK SALINA Is seeking to employ

QUALIFIED EXPERIENCED YOGA TEACHER INSTRUCTOR

TWO DOMESTIC WORKER

28313

To teach yoga with meditation.

Assist management in the execution of all daily appointments and programs.

REQUIREMENTS: • Must be trained & have taught Raja yoga to persons of multi-cultural background • Must demonstrate the ability to work on their own initiative, as a team player.

• Must demonstrate best practices and utilize an individual approach.

CONTACT: 231-4101 OR BKWSU.TCI@GMAIL.COM

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

LIVE-IN HOUSEKEEPER PROVIDENCIALES

The successful candidate is required to work 6 days a week @$10.00 per hour. Duties will involve daily household cleaning, laundry, grocery shopping for household, general garden maintenance, must be confident in handling 2 large dogs in respect of bathing, grooming, feeding and administering medication.

DEADLINE FOR ALL APPLICATIONS JANUARY 22ND 2022 All Interested Candidates Should Send Applications via Email at accounts@bsd.tc Please copy application to: Labour Commissioner, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands POSITION IS HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

WANTED

KENNETH & SON GARBAGE COLLECTION IS LOOKING FOR A

LABOURER

THE RESPONSIBLE APPLICANT WILL WASH DOWN GARBAGE TRUCKS AT THE END OF EACH DAY, SALARY IS $6.25 PER HOUR, MONDAY – FRIDAY, ON HOLIDAYS AND WEEKENDS WHEN CALL UPON, WORK LOCATION IS FIVE CAYS, PROVIDENCIALES, ALL APPLICATIONS MUST

CONTACT KENNETH HANDFIELD 649 242 8558.

BELONGERS ONLY ARE ENCOURAGE TO APPLY. THIS POSITION IS HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER. 28344

GECKO GRILL/ OPUS

#1 OCEAN CLUB EAST PLAZA, GRACE BAY Is seeking a

COOK

• Setting up workstations.

Preparing ingredients to use in cooking chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat etc. Cooking food in various utensils or grillers.

• Must be willing to work 6 days a week.

Salary: $8 hourly

CONTACT: 649-946-5885

Email: culinariatci@gmail.com Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28289

THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS TO BE FILLED A

DIVER AND A COOK

ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE PAID A SALARY OF $6.25 PER HOUR, MONDAY – FRIDAY, ON HOLIDAYS AND WEEKENDS WHEN CALL UPON, WORK LOCATION IS FIVE CAYS, PROVIDENCIALES ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED TO DELANO FORBES/LABOURER BOARD; TELEPHONE #649 333 0440.

THE ARE NEW POSITIONS, BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY 28345

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

2 STORE CLERKS

- $8.00 HOURLY • Selling products and providing customer service.

• First time work permit.

2 LABOURERS

- $7.00 HOURLY Cleaning outside the property, pick up yard waste, dispose of trash, clean windows, and doorframes.

STORE SUPERVISOR

- $9.50 HOURLY Overseeing the daily operations of the store. Other duties entail managing the staff, customer services, schedule shifts.

CONTACT: 946-2262 Work permit Renewal

28264

28274

DA CONCH SHACK #51 Bay Road, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

BARMAID Taking food orders, serving

customers. Taking beverage orders from customers or wait staff and serving drinks as requested, paying extreme attention to detail.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 9468877/332-8501

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

28287

HARD DRIVE CONSTRUCTION #5 Behind Glass Shack, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

DUTIES INCLUDE: Mixing concrete, passing tools, blocks, water, cleaning tools, site, etc.

Working hours 5 days per week. Salary: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: 231-3171

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

28325

JROCK CONSTRUCTION

Grand Turk, BACK SALINA Is seeking to employ

TWO TILESMAN Duties: WORKING 5 DAYS DURING THE WEEK. Salary: $7. 50per hourly

CONTACT: 1(649) 2445323

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder. 28300

D’ BOYS BARBER SHOP #10 MORRIS PLAZA, AIRPORT ROAD Is seeking to employ a

2 BARBERS

28271

28253

RENY INNOCENT

DOMESTIC WORKER

TWO LABOURER

SOUTH CAICOS Is seeking to employ a

Grand Turk, Est suburbs Is seeking to employ

Duties: His job is to sweep the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, living room, and laundering sheets. Salary: $6. 50per hourly

Duties: His job is to sweep the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, living room, and laundering sheets. Salary: $6. 50per hourly

CONTACT: 1(649) 3480851

CONTACT: 1(649) 247 16 89

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder. 28299

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder. 28298

ZELDA WILSON

WILSON ZELDA ROBINSON

Grand Turk, WEST ROAD Is seeking to employ TWO

LABOURERS Duties: His job is to

sweep the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, living room, and laundering sheets. Salary: $6. 50per hourly

CONTACT: 344-4801

CONTACT: 1(649) 333 16 74

28249

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

MARIKA BELAMOUR

Cutting, trimming, shampooing, and styling hair, trimming beards, or giving shaves. Clean and sterilize scissors, combs, clippers, and other instruments. Salary: $7 hourly

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

Duties: His job is to sweep the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, living room, and laundering sheets. Salary: $6. 50per hourly

CONTACT: 1(649) 3480851

COMPENSATION: Salary is based on qualifications and experience from $15K annually

A SMALL FAMILY IS CURRENTLY SEEKING A

Looking for a hard working, energetic and honest individual to be a live-in housekeeper.

Must have a strong command of the English language (both spoken and written) and hold a valid driver’s license. The individual must have past experience and would be an asset if attended training courses related to hotel Housekeeping duties.

CEAQUEZ VASQUEZ

BRAHMA KUMARIS WSO RAJA YOGA CENTER MEDITATION MUSEUM #106 Paradise Road, Cooper Jack. Is looking for the following:

BARTENDER • *minimum 3 years experience in a full service bar • *fluent in English - verbal and written - Spanish is an asset • *pleasant personality a must • *excellent mathematical skills • *ability to mix Bohio specialty cocktails • *ability to open and serve bottle of wine • *cleaning and organization of all areas of bar • *re-stocking of fridges and

CLASSIFIEDS 21

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour. Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder. 28301

GRAND TURK, WEST ROAD Is seeking to employ TWO:

LABOURERS

Duties: Cleaning outside the property with a sweeper, pick-up yard waste and collecting leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, and door frames. Salary: $6.50 per hourly

CONTACT: (649) 3476865

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

28251

IJ BAR & RESTAURANT

IMPERIAL SECURITY SERVICES

CHEF

SECURITY OFFICER

Back Road, Blue Hills. Is seeking to employ a

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: $8.50 hourly CONTACT: 241-0576 OR 342-8641

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 28334

Water Loo Road, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

- $7.50 HOURLY Secures premises and personnel by patrolling property; monitoring surveillance equipment; inspecting buildings, equipment, and access points; permitting entry. Obtains help by sounding alarms.

2 DOMESTIC WORKERS

- $6.50 HOURLY Cleaning and other jobs.

CONTACT: 946-2375

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board Work permit renewals 28324

22 CLASSIFIEDS RAYMOND S. BUREY

PROVO SEAFOOD LTD.

GREGORY RIVERS

BELLA LUNA RESTAURANT

39 Mangrove Ave, Long Bay Is seeking to employ a

Five Cays, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

GREENKEEPER

1 MARINE MECHANIC

#2 Corilla Rich,Richmond Hill, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

#6 Grace Bay, Providenciales, P.O. Box 543 Is seeking to employ a

Maintenance and planting of trees, shrubs and flowerbeds. Must be willing to work 6 days a week.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

Must be able to repair Outboard Engines, must be willing to work after normal hours and holidays if needed.

Salary: $12.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 333-2015

CONTACT: 649-231-0293

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28391

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28433

EASYWAY EMPLOYMENT SERVICES ACTING ON BEHALF C&M WHOLESALE RETAIL STORE KewTown #80 CONTACT: 342-0139 Maintenance Man-$300.00 Weekly Assist with unloading containers, maintain daily repairs and assist with construction on the property.

MARIE RAYMOND MISSICK Residence #88 Five Cays CONTACT: 344-3710 Labourer-$300.00 Weekly Unloading container, assist with transporting goods, assist customers with merchandise and ensure the place is clean.

SHREA BUTTERFIELD Wheeland Phase #408 CONTACT: 343-9097

GARY ALIE CHARLES KewTown Cox Drive #20 CONTACT: 343-3230 Domestic Worker-$280.00 Weekly Cleaning the house, making beds, wash, iron and cook.

BETTY’S RESTAURANT Cox Drive, KewTown CONTACT: 241-3400 Cook-$400.00 Weekly Setting workstation, preparing ingredients, prepare food for the restaurant, prepare menu for private function and preparing food for private function.

Babysitter-$300.00 Weekly Caring for my 6-year-old daughter, bath & feed, wash, iron, and clean the house.

NANNY/DOMESTIC WORKER HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER Taking care of children, cleaning, sweeping, mopping, dusting.

Salary: $6.50 Hourly

CONTACT: 231-4545 Please drop off your resume to the Labor Department, Providenciales as soon as possible.

28420

RESTAURANT CAPTAIN

• 5 years’ experience as Restaurant Captain.

• Must be able to run dining room.

• Must have outgoing personality.

• Must be able to motivate and supervise dining staff.

• Have knowledge of beverage and wine.

• Willing to work evening, holidays and weekends.

• Annual salary range 18k (+Grats) • Deadline February 1ST, 2022

CONTACT: BELLA@TCIWAY.COM OR 649-331-6763 Belongers only apply.

Work permit renewal

28458

GTC LIMITED

#6 Grace Bay Road, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

PIZZA CHEF

• 10 years knowledge of Artisan style pizza making.

• Knowledge of short and long rising dough’s.

• Experience with a high temperature refractory ovens.

• Willing to work weekends, evenings and holidays.

• Available 6 nights per week • Must speak, read and write English • Must have clean police record.

• Salary $500.00 Weekly

FARMER

MAINTENANCE WORKER

• • • • • • •

28457

Kew Town Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands Is seeking to employ a

28280

NEW TECH CONSTRUCTION

#24 A Line Avenue, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

2 CARPENTER HELPER - $9 HOURLY

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT-$8.50 HOURLY

Answering calls and taking messages.

2 PAINTERS-$10 HOURLY

Cut wood.

2 PLUMBERS - $14 HOURLY

Lay pipes.

2 PLUMBER HELPER - $9 HOURLY

Priming surfaces.

4 CARPENTER SUPERVISORS - $750 WEEKLY

Supervising carpentry jobs.

Assist plumber.

2 LABOURERS - $7 HOURLY

Mix concrete.

2 MASONS - $10 HOURLY

ENGINEERING SUPERVISOR - $1,200 WEEKLY

Supervising rebar and engineering lay-out.

Belongers are encouraged to apply / Work Permit Renewals

28415

CLIMATECH LTD

636 Industrial Park, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands Is seeking to employ a

AC TECHNICIAN

• Fix, maintain and repairs in and around the house and buildings in the yard, plumbing and electrical repairs along with all the day-to-day upkeep around the buildings/house and the yard, ensuring the yard is being kept clean on a daily basis.

• Salary $2,500.00 monthly

• Install, inspect, maintain, and repair air conditioner.

• Ventilate equipment and controls making sure they operate efficiently and continuously.

• Perform regular maintenance work on cooling units.

• Install, replace, or repair equipment that has been damaged.

• Install new air-conditioning systems and equipment.

• Inspect and maintain refrigerators and ice machines • Clean blowers and coils, check tensions of belts and motors.

• Rate $10 per hour

CONTACT: (649) 242-1612

CONTACT: 231-4545

All interested Turks and Caicos Islanders/Belongers are advice to send resume to Labour Employment

Please drop off your resume to the Labor Department, Providenciales as soon as possible.

Position to be held by work permit holder.

28397

YA3B CONSULTANCY

HOMEOWNERS REPRESENTATIVE • • •

CONTACT: 231-0360

Belongers are to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds these positions

CONTACT: 333-5559

TRACEY REBECCA SMITH

CONTACT: (649) 247-9909

Follow blueprints and building plans to meet the needs of clients. Install structures and fixtures, such as windows and molding. Measure, cut, or shape wood and other materials. Salary: $8.00 Hourly

Laying bricks.

CONTACT: BELLA@TCIWAY.COM OR 649-331-6763

CAICOS TRADITIONAL GRITS & FLOUR

All interested applicants should send copy of resume to Labour Board. All experienced and interested individuals can send inquiries to Caicos Traditional Grits & Flour Position currently held by work permit holder.

28396

CARPENTER

Build walls and install partitions.

Belongers only apply / Renewal Deadline: February 1st, 2022

• Fertilizing soil before planting and tending to crops • Able to work with little or no supervision, be physically fit, dependable and hard working.

• Must be self-motivated and able to understand, write and speak English fluently.

• Salary: $6.50 per hour.

WALKER CONSTRUCTION LTD.

Regent House, Suite F206, Regent Village, Grace Bay Is seeking to employ a

8 CARPENTERS -$14 HOURLY

Belongers are to apply to the Labour Board Renewal

Bottle Creek North Caicos Turks and Caicos Islands Is seeking to employ a

January 15-21, 2022

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

Acting on behalf of

JOSE OVANDO CONSTRUCTION

#1 Grace Bay Plaza Court, Providenciales

5 years’ experience in a similar position.

Full time contact for Homeowners on Pine Cay. Must be able to respond to emails, voicemails and phone calls within a 24-hour period.

Responsible for Owner accounts, reservations, enquiries and requests.

Arrange Housekeeping, maintenance repairs, boat transfers, travel and billings.

Must visit construction site to ensure all rules and regulations are being followed.

Schedule Real Estate showings and make all arrangements for Agents and potential buyers.

Inspect homes as needed for upgrades and maintenance issues.

Must be computer literate, well organized with attention to detail, ability to complete tasks and hit deadlines.

Able to work well with other Departments.

Valid driver’s license required as well as a clean Police Record. Salary to commensurate with experience.

28440

CONSTRUCTION LABOURER

- $8.00 Hourly • Removed rubble, dirt, and hazardous waste from construction site.

• First time work permit.

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Top Republican slams Biden voting speech as unpresidential TOP Senate Republican Mitch McConnell has denounced US President Joe Biden’s voting rights speech as “incoherent” and “profoundly unpresidential”.

“I have known, liked, and personally respected Joe Biden for many years,” Mr McConnell said on the Senate floor.

“I did not recognise the man at the podium yesterday.”

The remarks come one day after Mr Biden delivered a fiery speech in Atlanta calling for an overhaul of the US election system.

The president said he supported changes that would allow his party’s proposed overhaul of the election system to be passed without the support of opposition Republicans.

Currently, a majority of 60% is needed to pass most legislation in the Senate.

Mr Biden said the push to pass the legislation was a “battle for the soul of America”, adding that the 60-vote rule - known as the filibuster - had

Mitch McConnell said President Biden’s speech was incoherent.

rendered the Senate “a shell of its former self”.

The upper chamber of Congress is currently split 50-50 between the two parties, therefore Mr Biden’s sweeping election bills are almost certain not to pass unless there is a change to that rule.

But misgivings from two senators in his party are hampering his plans, and no Republicans have backed them.

‘PURE DEMAGOGUERY’ In his speech, Mr Biden compared those that oppose election reform to believers in racial segregation and

rebels in the US Civil War. He cast his supporters as civil rights leaders and abolitionists.

Addressing his colleagues in Washington on Wednesday, the Kentucky Republican senator slammed Mr Biden’s comments as a “rant” that was “incoherent, incorrect, and beneath his office”.

“Unfortunately, President Biden has rejected the better angels of our nature. So it is the Senate’s responsibility to protect the country,” Mr McConnell said.

He described Mr Biden’s speech as evidence the filibuster must be preserved.

“You could not invent a better advertisement for the legislative filibuster than what we’ve just seen; a president abandoning rational persuasion for pure, pure, demagoguery,” Mr McConnell said.

“A president shouting that 52 senators and millions of Americans are racist unless he gets whatever

he wants is proving exactly why the framers built the Senate to check his power.”

Even Biden ally and Democratic Illinois Senator Dick Durbin conceded that the president’s tone may have been overheated.

The Senate majority whip told CNN: “Perhaps the president went a little too far in his rhetoric.”

Meanwhile, former President Barack Obama threw his weight behind Mr Biden’s calls to scrap the filibuster.

“And every American who cares about the survival of our most cherished institutions should support the president’s call as well,” he said in an op-ed for USA Today.

Senate Democrats plan to vote on the Freedom to Vote Act and the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act by Monday.

If they fail to pass, as expected, the Senate will begin to consider changing filibuster rules. (BBC)

A woman receives a Covid jab at a vaccination centre in Santiago.

Quebec, which has seen the highest number of Covid-related deaths in Canada, announced earlier this week it would impose a tax on residents who are not vaccinated against Covid-19.

Canada: Unvaccinated father loses right to see his child A CANADIAN father who has not been vaccinated against Covid has temporarily lost the right to see his 12-year-old child.

A judge ruled his visits would not be in the child’s “best interest”.

It followed a request by the father to extend his visiting time during the holidays.

The judgement is the first depriving a parent of access rights on immunisation grounds, a family law expert told Le Devoir newspaper.

The judge’s decision, made at the end of last month in Quebec province, suspends the father’s visitation rights until February, unless he decides to get vaccinated.

The mother, who opposed the father’s initial request to extend his visitation time, told the court

she had recently discovered he was unvaccinated, using his social media posts to show he was opposed to vaccines.

The mother lives with her partner and two other children who are too young to be vaccinated.

The judge said it was not “in the child’s best interest to have contact with their father” due to the recent increase in Covid cases in Frenchspeaking Quebec.

Quebec, which has seen the highest number of Covid-related deaths in Canada, announced earlier this week it would impose a tax on residents who are not vaccinated against Covid-19.

Although nearly 90% of Quebec residents are vaccinated, they make up nearly a third of all hospital cases.

(BBC)

Covid: Chile starts fourth vaccine dose amid rise in cases CHILE has started administering fourth doses of Covid-19 vaccines, the first Latin American country to do so, as the Omicron variant fuels a surge in cases.

People with weakened immune systems will be the first to receive the shots. The campaign will be extended to all those over the age of 55 in February.

Infections are rising across South America, which was badly hit by previous waves of the pandemic.

Since then, some countries have managed to achieve high levels of vaccination.

Chile has fully vaccinated more than 14 million people over the age of three, out of a population of 19 million, according to the health ministry. Around 11.3 million people have already received a third dose.

The country’s campaign started

with the Chinese-made Sinovac vaccine, and the expansion of the programme to include fourth doses will use a combination of Sinovac, Pfizer and AstraZeneca jabs.

President Sebastián Piñera, who visited a Santiago hospital where fourth shots were offered on Monday, also urged people to get vaccinated, saying the jabs are “safe and work”.

He said of those refusing to be vaccinated: “What you’re doing is irresponsible. If you aren’t vaccinated, you’ll get infected, you’ll infect your families, partners [and] work colleagues.”

The highly infectious Omicron variant is behind a surge in cases around the world, though studies suggest it is less severe than other variants of the virus, especially for those who have been vaccinated.

However, the high number of infections is putting pressure on health services.

Israel started offering a wide rollout of a fourth Covid-19 vaccine earlier this month, believed to be the first nation to do so.

Elsewhere in South America, Argentina, Bolivia and Peru have all reported record case counts in recent weeks.

Infections are also surging in the region’s largest country, Brazil, where experts have warned the situation is likely to be worse than official numbers suggest. They say figures are not reliable because of a data blackout caused by hackers as well as insufficient testing.

The country, one of the world’s hardest hit by the pandemic, is now administering a third dose of the vaccine. (BBC)

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Oprah Winfrey to produce Sidney Poitier documentary for Apple OPRAH Winfrey is helping to keep the legacy of Sidney Poitier alive.

Following the Hollywood historymaker’s death on Thursday night at the age of 94, Apple reportedly has a documentary about him on deck with Winfrey executiveproducing and Reginald Hudlin serving as director.

The project, according to Variety, has been in production for more than a year.

The yet-to-be-titled film, an Apple Original Films release, will provide an in-depth examination of Poitier’s life that includes the participation of his family.

In 1964, Poitier became the first Black man to win an Academy Award for best actor for his role in “Lilies of the Field.”

His other credits include 1967’s groundbreaking film “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner,” in which he starred opposite Katharine Hepburn and Spencer Tracy.

That same year, the Miamiborn Bahamian portrayed his most successful character, Philadelphia detective Virgil Tibbs, working

alongside a racist white Southern police chief, played by Rod Steiger, in the crime drama “In the Heat of the Night.” It was a role Poitier would reprise in two sequels.

Another one of his beloved works is 1967’s “To Sir, with Love,” in which he played an inner-city teacher.

Knighted by Queen Elizabeth in 1974, Poitier was appointed Bahamas’ ambassador to Japan in 1997.

In 2009, former President Barack Obama awarded the “A Raisin in the Sun” star with the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2009.

Winfrey, who has interviewed the star on her talk show, paid tribute on social media following his death Sunday.

“Friend. Brother. Confidant.

Wisdom teacher. The utmost, highest regard and praise for his most magnificent, gracious, eloquent life.

I treasured him. I adored him. He had an enormous soul I will forever cherish,” she wrote on Instagram, with a photo of them hugging.

Over the weekend, the Winfreyfounded basic cable channel,

OWN, replayed episodes of Poitier programming she produced through the years.

“Sidney Poitier defined manhood, he defined excellence, he defined class and elegance,” Hudlin shared on Facebook. “He represented the best of the Black experience, the immigrant experience, the artistic journey and the American Dream.

Blessings to his wonderful family, his “brother” Harry Belafonte and everyone around the world who was fortunate enough to be touched by his genius.”

The “House Party” director’s credits include “Boomerang,” as well as episodes of TV series like “The Last O.G.” and “Black Monday.”

Hudlin directed the acclaimed 2019 Netflix documentary “The Black Godfather,” examining the life of music industry mogul Clarence Avant.

A Broadway play from playwright Charles Randolph-Wright and Tony Award-winning actor Ruben Santiago-Hudson about Poitier’s life was also recently announced.

(NYDailynews)

Oprah Winfrey looked up to the legendary actor

Bob Saget (left) and John Stamos were co-stars on Full House.

Smith has been nominated for two Oscars in the past, but has never won.

Will Smith boosts Oscar hopes with Screen Actors Guild nomination WILL Smith has boosted his hopes of winning his first Oscar after being nominated for a Screen Actors Guild award, one of Hollywood’s top prizes.

His nomination for playing Venus and Serena Williams’ father in King Richard comes days after he won the best drama actor prize at the Golden Globes.

But there was less good news for Kristen Stewart, who was surprisingly snubbed by the Screen Actors Guild.

She has been widely tipped for an Oscar for playing Princess Diana in Spencer.

Scroll down for the full list of SAG nominations.

But in a crowded best actress field, the US star’s performance as the Princess of Wales was overlooked

by SAG in Hollywood’s dedicated acting awards.

Rachel Zegler’s leading role in Steven Spielberg’s West Side Story remake was also omitted from the SAG nominations, despite critical acclaim and a Golden Globe victory at the weekend.

The SAG Awards, which are voted for by other actors, are seen as one of the key Oscars precursors.

They aren’t as high-profile as the Oscars, Baftas or Golden Globe Awards, but their winners often match up with those chosen by the Academy.

Since the guild’s annual ceremony began in 1994, 105 out of 108 Oscar winners for acting have also scored a SAG nomination - meaning Stewart and Zegler’s exclusions from Wednesday’s shortlists will be seen

as a blow to their chances of getting their hands on an Oscar statuette in March.

Several other awards season contenders have also missed out on an SAG nomination, including Peter Dinklage for Cyrano, Alana Haim for Licorice Pizza, Frances McDormand for The Tragedy of Macbeth and Ciarán Hinds for Belfast.

Benedict Cumberbatch’s Western drama The Power of the Dog and Lady Gaga’s House of Gucci lead the film nominations overall, with three each.

Two different actresses are nominated for playing Aretha Franklin in separate projects Jennifer Hudson for the film Respect and Cynthia Erivo for TV mini-series Genius: Aretha.

Stamos says he’s ‘just not ready to say goodbye’ to Bob Saget JOHN Stamos posted a heartfelt tribute on Tuesday to his dear friend and former costar, Bob Saget.

Saget, who died Sunday at the age of 65, is being deeply mourned by family, friends and fans.

Stamos shared his love on his verified Instagram account with a photo of him and Saget in formal wear, writing “I’m not ready to accept that he’s gone - I’m not going to say goodbye yet.”

“I’m going to imagine him out there, still on the road, doing what he loves with all his heart and humor,” Stamos continued.

“He’s standing on stage, killing!

Another two-hour set in front of a couple hundred of the luckiest people on the planet.”

Saget was in Florida over the weekend as part of his comedy tour and had posted on his verified social media accounts about what turned out to be his final show. He was found dead in his Orlando hotel room the next day.

“At this time, there is no evidence of drug use or foul play,” Chief Medical Examiner Joshua Stephany said in a statement to CNN on Monday. “The cause and manner of death are pending further studies.”

Stamos, who costarred with Saget on “Full House” and its sequel series “Fuller House,” writes about a scenario where after the show his friend is “On his way to the hotel, he calls his beautiful, loving wife, Kelly. He says he feels 26 again, alive!”

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TCI’s first ever kiteboarding instructors This summer Kaylam Pratt, 23, and Pendieno Brooks, 20, of Big Blue Collective, successfully passed the International Kiteboarding Organisation (IKO) exams to become TCI’s first local level 1 IKO kiteboarding instructors.

Their course and exams took place in Cabarete, Dominican Republic, where they trained for two weeks during September of this year.

Kaylam and Pendieno both work at Big Blue Collective as eco guides and have strong interest and passion for the marine environment. In the run-up to their IKO courses they spent a lot of time on the beach and water, learning, training and preparing as part of Big Blue’s kite team. Hours were spent shadowing head instructor, Tom Fuller, to understand the

nuances needed to progress from hobbyists into full time instructors.

“It was clear from day one that both young men have a love for the water and the wind; what was not so obvious was that they would be keen to also become instructors.

That became clearer the more time we spent on the water together” said Tom Fuller, himself a professional, with over 15 years’ experience.

Philip Shearer of Big Blue Collective said: “We have been running a kite school here since 2010, helping introduce this sport not only to these islands, but also by placing TCI on the international map as one of the world’s best places to kite. While hiring and training Islanders as eco guides, scuba instructors and captains has been possible; finding the same,

who to want to be kite instructors, has been exceptionally difficult, but has always been our dream. We only had to look south to the DR to see how many local riders they had there to know it was possible to one day find and train our own instructors here”.

With Kaylam’s and Pendieno’s obvious skill, progression, and desire to fulfil their potential as instructors, the decision to sponsor and support their next steps into the professional world of kite instruction was an easy one for Big Blue Collective to make.

“As a team we always look to build and enhance skills through inhouse, on the job training. Sending individuals off to do courses abroad requires another level of personal commitment, so that any

investment becomes worthwhile not just as a short-term fix, but as a long-term solution, to build a team that has a love for these islands in their blood. Kaylam and Pendieno embody the passion, commitment and professionalism that we always look for”, said Philp Shearer.

Pendieno follows: “I began kiteboarding in 2020 and became addicted. I wanted to do this course so I could be able to share the same feeling that I had with others.

Thanks to the love and support of my family, friends and Big Blue; I can now live and work this dream”.

Kaylam adds: “I was lucky enough to join the IKO instructor programme in the Dominican Republic, thanks to the support of Big Blue Collective. What an experience. I’m hoping that the

younger generation of Islanders will join us out on the kite beach, and that one day it would be great to have a kite community, where everyone helps and encourages each other in a community spirit”.

Both Kaylam and Pendieno are now teaching on the Long Bay beach as full time instructors, helping new riders and visitors learn this ever-growing water sport. When not teaching, they are often riding, while also focusing on the next steps to becoming fully licensed boat captains and dive masters at Big Blue Collective.

These two are part of Big Blue’s ‘young guns iniative,’ with focus, attention and training aimed toward the upcoming generation of Turks & Caicos Islanders, aspiring to work on the water.

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‘He was like a lighthouse’ - Poitier’s daughter posts moving tribute SIDNEY Poitier’s daughter has posted a lengthy and emotional tribute to her father after the Hollywood veteran’s death last week at the age of 94.

The trailblazing actor, humanitarian and diplomat was the first black man to win best actor at the Oscars.

In an 800-word tribute posted on Instagram, Sydney Poitier praised her father’s “strength of character and moral fortitude”.

“But what I really want people to know is how GOOD he was,” she wrote.

Her tribute follows those paid by giants of US life including former president Barack Obama, talk show host Oprah Winfrey and actress Viola Davis.

SYDNEY POITIER’S TRIBUTE IN FULL There are no words for this. No real way to prepare for this. No prose beautiful enough, no speech eloquent enough to capture the essence of my dad.

We know his accomplishments are many and that he quite literally changed the landscape for everyone who came after him.

He blazed a trail through rough and hostile terrain so those coming behind him could have a bit more ease on the journey. So the people that claimed that this mountain was theirs and theirs alone would know that we belonged. That it was indeed our mountain too. That we were coming and that we were staying.

We know how graceful and wise he was. How powerful his strength of character and moral fortitude. But what I really want people to know is how GOOD he was.

I know people know he was good, but I don’t think they know the depth of his goodness. That it permeated every cell of his being. The sort of

goodness that prevented him from killing even the tiniest of bugs. Not A One. I am a wizard at removing a spider with a shot glass and a piece of paper because of him.

He had a deep reverence for all life, and a true awareness of our interconnectedness. He knew on a cellular level that if he hurt anyone or anything he hurt everyone and everything.

He treated anyone who crossed his path as his equal and offered them his full presence. He was GOOD. My grief is because I lost my dad, but it is also because the world lost so much goodness. He was like a lighthouse, warm and bright. No matter the storms whipping around him, he stood unwavering shining in his light. Those of us who were flailing around in the dark waters could always orient towards him and swim for the shores.

In these last few years his body grew weaker and his ability to communicate failed him, but the goodness remained. In fact it grew even greater. It radiated out of him through his eyes, his smile, through the tiniest of gestures.

My sister Anika and I would go be with him as often as we could. Just to be in his presence, to hold his hand, to tell him what hilarious thing one of our kids had said to us that day.

Often we could have our other sisters on FaceTime because they don’t live in Los Angeles.

The wonderful women who helped care for him would do the same. Coming in to see him as often as they could where even in his weakest physical state he would be as flirtatious and charming as ever.

We thought we were taking care of him. I see now that the truth is he was still taking care of us. He was reminding us, particularly in these uncertain times, of the power of GOODNESS. That even when the

Snoop Dogg’s attorneys applied to the United States Patent and Trademark Office for a federal trademark registration on the term “Snoop Doggs”.

Snoop Dogg planning to launch a hot dog brand called ‘Snoop Doggs’ SNOOP Dogg, already famous for sipping on “gin and juice” and smoking cannabis, is getting into the junk food game.

The hip hop superstar is apparently planning to launch his own line of hot dogs, aptly called “Snoop Doggs.”

According to Billboard, Snoop’s attorneys applied to the United States Patent and Trademark Office for a federal trademark registration on the term “Snoop Doggs,” stating that he plans to use it to sell hot dogs, various types of sausage and other products in December.

Sidney Poitier was pictured with his daughter Sydney at the 2014 Oscars.

body is fading and things seem to be falling apart around us, the goodness remains.

The pain of losing him seems unbearable at times. That my daughter can’t take a running leap onto his bed and wrap her arms around him. That I can’t lay my head on his shoulder and feel the anchoring safety he brought to my life. That he will never sit at the

head of the table at Thanksgiving or Christmas and fill the house with his healing laughter.

But then I remember that even though his physical body is gone now, his goodness lives on. It lives on in his wife, his children, his grandchildren, in his movies and books, in every warm embrace he offered an adoring fan, every piece of advice he gave to those he

mentored, every tiny bug he gently placed outside.

It’s his goodness that changed the world, and it will live on forever. I will miss you more than words can express Dad. I will feel you in the warmth of the sun on my back, I will hear you in the wind in the trees and I will look for you among the stars where you will surely be. I love you.

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Man gets genetically-modified pig heart in world-first transplant A US man has become the first person in the world to get a heart transplant from a genetically-modified pig.

David Bennett, 57, is doing well three days after the experimental seven-hour procedure in Baltimore, doctors say.

The transplant was considered the last hope of saving Mr Bennett’s life, though it is not yet clear what his long-term chances of survival are.

“It was either die or do this transplant,” Mr Bennett explained a day before the surgery.

“I know it’s a shot in the dark, but it’s my last choice,” he said.

Doctors at the University of Maryland Medical Center were granted a special dispensation by the US medical regulator to carry out the procedure, on the basis that Mr Bennett - who has terminal heart disease - would otherwise have died.

He had been deemed ineligible for a human transplant, a decision that is often taken by doctors when the patient is in very poor health.

The pig used in the transplant had been genetically modified to knock out several genes that would have led to the organ being rejected by Mr Bennett’s body, the AFP news agency reports.

For the medical team who carried out the transplant, it marks the culmination of years of research and could change lives around the world.

Surgeon Bartley Griffith said the surgery would bring the world “one step closer to solving the organ shortage crisis”. Currently 17 people die every day in the US waiting for a transplant, with more than 100,000 reportedly on the waiting list.

Dr Christine Lau, chair of the Department of Surgery at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, was in the operating theatre during the surgery.

“He’s at more of a risk because we require more immunosuppression, slightly different than we would normally do in a human-to-human transplant. How well the patient does from now is, you know, it’s never been done before so we really don’t know,” she told the BBC. “People die all the time on the waiting list, waiting for organs. If we could use genetically engineered pig organs they’d never have to wait, they could basically get an organ as they needed it.

“Plus, we wouldn’t have to fly all over the country at night-time to recover organs to put them into

Surgeon Bartley P Griffith pictured with David Bennett earlier this month.

recipients,” she added.

The possibility of using animal organs for so-called xenotransplantation to meet the demand has long been considered, and using pig heart valves is already common.

In October 2021, surgeons in

New York announced that they had successfully transplanted a pig’s kidney into a person. At the time, the operation was the most advanced experiment in the field so far.

However, the recipient on that occasion was brain dead with no hope of recovery.

Mr Bennett, however, is hoping his transplant will allow him to continue with his life. He was bedridden for six weeks leading up to the surgery, and attached to a machine which kept him alive after he was diagnosed with terminal heart disease.

“I look forward to getting out of bed after I recover,” he said last week.

On Monday, Mr Bennett was reported to be breathing on his own while being carefully monitored.

But exactly what will happen next is unclear.

Mr Griffith said they were proceeding cautiously and carefully monitoring Mr Bennett, while his son David Bennett Jr told the Associated Press that the family were “in the unknown at this point”.

But he added: “He realises the magnitude of what was done and he really realises the importance of it.”

“We’ve never done this in a human and I like to think that we, we have given him a better option than what continuing his therapy would have been,” Mr Griffith said.

“But whether [he will live for] a day, week, month, year, I don’t know.”

(BBC)

Covid-19: Common cold may give some protection, study suggests NATURAL defences against a common cold could offer some protection against Covid-19, too, research suggests.

The small-scale study, published in Nature Communications, involved 52 individuals who lived with someone who had just caught Covid-19.

Those who had developed a “memory bank” of specific immune cells after a cold - to help prevent future attacks - appeared less likely to get Covid.

Experts say no-one should rely on this defence alone, and vaccines remain key.

But they believe their findings could provide useful insight into how a body’s defence system fights the virus.

Covid-19 is caused by a type of coronavirus, and some colds are caused by other coronaviruses - so scientists have wondered whether immunity against one might help with the other.

But the experts caution that it would be a “grave mistake” to think that anyone who had recently had a cold was automatically protected against Covid-19 - as not all are caused by coronaviruses.

The Imperial College London team wanted to understand better why some people catch Covid after being exposed to the virus and others do not.

Covid-19 is caused by a type of coronavirus, and some colds are caused by other coronaviruses - so scientists have wondered whether immunity against one might help with the other.

‘NEW VACCINE APPROACH’ They focused their study on a crucial part of the body’ s immune system T-cells.

Some of these T-cells kill any cells infected by a specific threat for example, a cold virus.

And, once the cold has gone, some T-cells remain in the body as a memory bank, ready to mount a

defence when they next encounter the virus.

In September 2020, researchers studied 52 people who had not yet been vaccinated but who lived with people who had just tested positive for Covid-19.

Half the group went on to get Covid during the 28-day study period and half did not.

A third of the people who did not

catch Covid were found to have high levels of specific memory T-cells in their blood.

These were likely to have been created when the body had been infected with another closely-related human coronavirus - most frequently, a common cold, they say.

Researchers accept other variables - such as ventilation and how infectious their household

contact was - would have an impact on whether people caught the virus, too.

Dr Simon Clarke, at the University of Reading, said although this was a relatively small study, it added to the understanding of how our immune system fights the virus and could help with future vaccines.

He added: “These data should not be over-interpreted. It seems unlikely that everyone who has died or had a more serious infection, has never had a cold caused by a coronavirus.

“And it could be a grave mistake to think that anyone who has recently had a cold is protected against Covid-19, as coronaviruses only account for 10-15% of colds.”

Professor Ajit Lalvani, senior author of the study, agreed vaccines were key to protection.

He added: “Learning from what the body does right could help inform the design of new vaccines.”

Current vaccines specifically target spike proteins that sit on the outside of the virus, but those spike proteins can change with new variants.

But the body’s T-cells target internal virus proteins, which do not change as much from variant to variant, meaning vaccines harnessing the work of T-cells more closely could provide broader, longer-lasting protection against Covid, he said.

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Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 331-8833 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

28359

TENGAN GREEN

SOUTH BACK SALINA, GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, and door frames. Salary: $6.25 hourly CONTACT: 343-9948 BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD A WORK PERMIT HOLDER CURRENTLY HOLDS THIS POSITION 28349

PRESSER

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN • University or College certificate required.

• Work flexible shifts including nights and on-call.

• Must be fluent in English.

• Must have exceptional computer and diagnostic skills.

• Must be self-motivated, hard-working and reliable.

• Starting pay rate: $9.00/ hour.

• Minimum of 5 years experience in garment pressing with emphasis on specialty items; wedding gowns, cocktail dresses, drapes, suits etc.

• Excellent finishing quality and efficiency is required.

• Must be able to stand for long hours and manage hot working conditions.

• Must be fluent in English and be a team worker.

• All applicants will be required to demonstrate skills.

• Pay is dependent on pieces pressed per hour, approx $10/hr.

• Assistant to the Maintenance Supervisor.

• Work to diagnose, repair and maintain all electronic & mechanical commercial laundry, dry-cleaning and affiliated equipment such as boilers, compressors, hydraulic pumps etc.

• Min 6 years’ experience in mechanical and electrical maintenance.

QUALIFIED APPLICANTS SHOULD EMAIL CV TO TANYA@PIONEERTCI.COM OR DELIVER TO PIONEER OFFICE, #11 VILLAGE ST, GRACE BAY. PLEASE FAX/DELIVER COPY TO TCI LABOUR OFFICE: 649-946-4164 28361

Qualified applicants should email CV to tanya@pioneertci.com or deliver to Pioneer office, #11 Village St, Grace Bay. Please fax/deliver copy to TCI Labour Office: 649-946-4164 28362

IS URGENTLY LOOKING FOR A

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

CONTACT: 231-3788

Production & Quality Control Supervisor a) be responsible for all operations that occur in the various production facilities b) coordinate with the Brewery, Alcohol, and Water Managers to determine what products are to be processed c) supervise and lead a permanent staff of multiple packaging line assistants d) ensure proper cleaning, sanitation and purging of packaging equipment e) maintain accurate records of all equipment maintenance f) maintain accurate records of and perform regular preventative maintenance of all packaging equipment g) ensure the cleanliness and organization of the packaging facility h) perform repairs and adjustments to packaging equipment as needed, unless a mechanic is required i) ensure the preparedness of the packaging facility for daily operation j) monitor all packaging operations and ensuring line staff adhere to protocols This position pays $50,000 per annum.

Applicants must have prior experience in packaging operations, and be familiar with general food and beverage quality control standards.

Applicants to submit resume to: dave@turksheadbeer.com WORK PERMIT RENEWAL PROVO BEVERAGES INDUSTRIAL PARK, PROVIDENCIALES, TCI BELONGERS ONLY APPLY

28374

January 15-21, 2022 PAMELAR PATRICE WILLIAMS 2440953. First time

DOMESTIC Sweeping the house,

TJAY BEEN

2457228. Renew West Road, Grand Turk TNF CONTACTING

MASON – 9$/ HRS

mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and other housework. palm grove, Grand turk 6.5$/hrs

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

BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD 28480

BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD 28441

BLUE WATER RESORT MANAGEMENT LTD. Lower Bight Road, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

CAICOS TRANSPORTATION AND SHIPPING

STEWARD

284 Cooper Jack Road, Provo. Tel: 243-6532

MECHANIC $400.00 P/W

Washing dishes and cleaning.

Salary: $7.50 hourly.

Repairing outboard motors. the employee shall perform such other general duties.

CONTACT: 649-432-1480

BELONGER ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD. A WORK PERMIT HOLDER CURRENTLY HOLDS THIS POSITION. 28481

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28485

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TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

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

DOMESTIC HELPER Cleaning

Salary is $6.25 per hour.

Interested persons may contact 16492457932.

Belongers are encouraged to send copies of applications to Labour Department.

A work permit holder currently fills this position.

28471

CAICOS VACATIONS 382 Front Street Blue Hills, Providenciales Turks and Caicos Islands Contact: Thorn Capron 341-4317

MAINTENANCE MAN DUTY:

Maintenance worker is an entry-level job. It is the role responsible for maintaining the workplace by fixing broken instruments, leaning the surroundings, etc. It also includes tasks like responding to complaints, conducting regular check-ups and keeping an inventory of supplies.

Hours: 40 Hours Per Week Pay: $7.50 Per Hour.

28488

ERIC VERNICE

EMMANUEL MONTINARD

CAREGIVER

- $6.25 HOURLY Cleaning the property, dispose of trash, clean windows, and doorframes.

7 Grouper Crt, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos 649-333-1049. ericvernice@me.com | Looking for a

For our Son. Candidate must be warm and friendly, with a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a genuine passion to provide high quality care and support. The successful candidate will be self-motivated, wellorganized and able to work independently. Proven experience in working with clients with a long and enduring mental illness such as Schizophrenia but not exclusive to it. Experience in a community mental health team, this is essential to our son gaining independence.

Salary $3,500 per month.

TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDERS SHOULD SEND RESUMES TO LABOUR DEPARTMENT 28475

DISCOUNT LIQUORS/THE WINE CELLAR Is seeking to hire

1 LABOURER

LABOURER

GENERAL WORKER

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

JOURNEYMAN

- $6.25 HOURLY Must have various skills.

CONTACT: 649-343-8215 BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY TO THE LABOUR BOARD

28491

HOLIDAY CONSTRUCTION

Back Salina, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

WELDER

• Assist with off loading of containers.

• Assist with transporting inventory from containers to the bonded warehouse.

• Assist with moving inventory from warehouse to store.

• Stacking shelves making sure they are clean at all times.

• Assist customers in and out of store with merchandise.

Salary: $6.75 per hour Contact: 946-4536 or email info@winecellar.tc #1025 Leeward Highway

This is a renewal. Belongers only apply

32B Boodle Way, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

28476

Fabricate and assemble metal structures and equipment using welders, cutters, and shapers and measuring tools. Salary: $9.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 243-5281

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 28467

VACANCIES EXIST FOR THREE

CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS Who are audit managers, assistant audit managers or audit seniors and who possess a minimum of four years post graduate professional experience in auditing gained within a major public accounting firm. Extensive experience of International Standards on Auditing and International Financial Reporting Standards is mandatory. Salary ranges from US$45,000 to US$85,000 per annum. Two of these positions are currently held by work permit holders.

If you wish to be considered for these opportunities, please apply in confidence by sending details of your experience and qualifications to either: NEIL FRENCH OR BAKER TILLY LTD. P.O. BOX 357 18 THE VILLAGE AT GRACE BAY PROVIDENCIALES

THE LABOUR COMMISSIONER LABOUR OFFICE BUTTERFIELD SQUARE PROVIDENCIALES TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS

CERAMEX

CHARLIE DEPOT

DOMESTIC WORKER

SALES CLERK

NEXT TO NAPA, LEEWARD HIGHWAY Is seeking to employ a - $6.50 HOURLY Sweeping the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and other housework.

LABOURER

- $6.50 HOURLY Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, and doorframes.

CONTACT: 941-8453

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board

28466

INDUSTRIAL DRIVE Is seeking to employ a

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.

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 941-4202

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 28468

28482

CLOVERLEAF AGENCY - 246-7382 On behalf of our client

NATURE VISIONS LTD

Regent Village, Grace Bay

LIVE IN HOUSEKEEPER

(New) Rate: $1,200.00 monthly Ensuring that villa is clean for guest arrival and after departure. Must live on property and work weekends and holidays BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGE TO APPLY TO THE LABOUR BOARD. WORK PERMIT HOLDERS CURRENTLY HOLD ALL RENEWALS. 28474

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATORS NEW WORK PERMIT

Responsibilities & Duties for skilled Marine Operators 1. Operation and Management of Heavy Equipment on and offshore for Marine 2. A minimum of five years’ experience to include: o Vinyl and Steel Sheet Pile Installation o DIP, Augered and CFA Pile Installation o Timber pile installation and Dock Construction o Suction and mechanical dredging and dewatering. o Excavation, Grading and Backfilling o Breakwater boulder placement and shaping 3. Equipment Maintenance to Include, Fuelling, Oil and filter changes, greasing, sourcing and purchasing parts, changing and repair of hydraulic hoses.

4. Managing daily, weekly and monthly equipment maintenance for fleet and, scheduling mechanical repairs, sourcing and ordering parts and reporting.

5. Training junior operators in the operation of Heavy equipment in the Marine environment and to undertake the piling, dredging and engineering works listed above.

Operator salary is $10 to $20.00 per hour base on experience.

COASTAL AND MARINE DESIGN BUILD LTD STANBROOK LAW, THIRD FLOOR GRACEWAY HOUSE, GRACEWAY PLAZA, PROVIDENCIALES SUBMIT APPLICATIONS TO INFO@CMDB1@GMAIL.COM

28492

32 CLASSIFIEDS

January 15-21, 2022

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS SAM’S SHOP

#12 Musgrove Hill, Kew Town Is seeking to employ a

BOAT BUILDER

- $10.00 hourly • Repair boat, paint.

• To work 6 days a week.

TECHNICIAN

ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER The assistant general manager (AGM) must possess a broad range of skills and be multifaceted. The ideal candidate will execute a variety of daily duties including but not limited to placing orders, receiving deliveries, accounting, maintaining inventory, and executing the Café’s wine program. The AGM will handle daily cash sales and receipts. They will work to promote specials created by the kitchen and work closely with bar staff to market specialty cocktails and drinks. The AGM will have expert knowledge/ sommelier training in oenology as it pertains to the Café, ie., service, pairings and training of staff. He/she will be attentive to resolve customer complaints about food or service. They will monitor and govern customer behavior to ensure conduct is becoming of the Café’s high standard. The AGM will support the General Manager by participating in the disciplining and training of staff, hiring, and creating schedules to properly service the establishment. The candidate will possess certification in Quick Book accounting, Microsoft Office programs and have extensive knowledge of Micros POS systems and will be required to utilize these skills on a daily basis. The AGM will be able to effectively read, and decipher profit and loss statements, and demonstrate strong accounting skills through daily analysis of trade. Candidate will possess problem-solving abilities and be quick to respond in a fast paced-high pressure environment.

Candidate must be able to climb stairs and be prepared to lift heavy boxes that are inherent in the local and type of business.

RESPONSIBILITIES: • Work with management to estimate beverage consumption, place orders with suppliers and schedule delivery of beverage and non-food related items.

• Resolve customer complaints regarding service or food.

• Direct cleaning of dining areas to maintain sanitation standards and keep appropriate records.

• Monitor actions of staff and guests • Proficiently operate computer software to assist with the implementation of inventories, track staffing, and record keeping tasks as they are instructed by the General Manager or Ownership • Maintain stock of supplies such as table ware, paper goods and cleaning supplies as deemed applicable • Assist with the weekly and monthly maintenance and repair of equipment and other services • Ensure total receipts and balance against sales at end of day and be able to lock facility • Recruit, hire, and oversee staff and on going training • Schedule work hours for servers and bar staff • Opening and/ or closing of the establishment ensuring all is ready for daily trade or secure for closing OTHER DUTIES: • Maintain relationships with guests and staff • Update and use job related knowledge • Schedule staff work hours and activities • Evaluate health and safety practices against standards • Organize, plan, and prioritize • Make decisions and solve problems quickly and efficiently concerning staff and guests • Process and analyze information when scheduling and budgeting • Record information about inventory and health practices • Implement creative promotional ideas working with vendors and staff • Guide, direct, and train staff • Coordinate the work and activities of staff • Communicate with customers, sales reps, and suppliers BELONGERS GIVEN PREFERENCE TO BE CONSIDERED, PLEASE SUBMIT CV, REFERENCES AND CERTIFICATIONS TO: MANAGER@SOMEWHERECAFEANDLOUNGE.COM OR IN PERSON TO SOMEWHERE CAFÉ AND LOUNGE, CORAL GARDENS RESORT, PENNS ROAD, PROVIDENCIALES TCI 649 941 8260 THIS AD IS FOR A PERMIT RENEWAL. SALARY APPROX. $50-$60K ANNUALLY.

- $10.00 hourly Install, troubleshoot, repair and maintain production and facility equipment according to safety, predictive and productive maintenance systems.

CONTACT: 342-2511 BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD A WORK PERMIT HOLDER CURRENTLY HOLDS THIS POSITION

28450

SAMUEL L. HARVEY

#13 Parade Ave, Down Town Is seeking a

CLEANER

• Clean, assist with stocking of cargo.

• Must be able to work on high sea.

• Must be able to swim.

Salary: $8.00 Hourly CONTACT: 231-0098 OR 432-0033 BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY TO THE LABOUR BOARD A WORK PERMIT HOLDER CURRENTLY HOLDS THIS POSITION 28427

RUDOLPH & LUCRENE FRANCIS Back Salina, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

ROSELAINE MOMPREMIER

58B Capron Road, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

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

CONTACT: 341-2130

CONTACT: 649-2411256/649-341-9238

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

28460

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 28490

SCOTT’S CAR RENTAL & SALES #1228 Leeward Highway. Is seeking to employ a

CAR WASH ATTENDANT

• Wash, scrub and polish the interiors of car SUV’s and buses to protect their appearance.

• Vacuum, clean and maintain vehicles.

• Must be young, energetic and able to multitask with a valid driver’s license.

Salary: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: 231-8438

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

28434

PRIME RETAIL SPACE AVAILABLE 800 SQ FT GROUND FLOOR , FULLY RENOVATED RETAIL SPACE AVAILABLE AT PORTS OF CALL PLAZA

$3000./MONTH PLUS UTILITIES TO VIEW CONTACT TAIWAYNE OR AGGIE

28392

TELEPHONE: 946-8888

January 15-21, 2022

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

REELZ PLUMBING

P&D EMPLOYMENT Acting on behalf of

21B Woodland St., Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

Blue Hills, Providenciales, 331-8812

PLUMBER

Chandelle Dr., off Venetian Road

JOURNEYMAN

DOMESTIC WORKER

KEW TOWN Is seeking to employ a

Installs pipes and fixtures, such as sinks and toilets, for water, gas, steam, air, or other liquids. Installs supports for pipes, equipment, etc. Salary: $8.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 241-3247

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

28390

ASSEMBLE IT

PAINTER - $7.50 HOURLY

Apply paints, stains, and coatings to interior and exterior walls, new buildings, homes, offices and other structural surfaces.

CONTACT: 331-0686

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28470

RONALDS STORE Market Place, Leeward Highway, 1267 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: 244-2327

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 28436

GENERAL WORKER

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

DOMESTIC WORKER - $6.25 hourly Clean house, laundering sheets, towels, personal clothing, etc.

CONTACT: 649-244-5602/242-7796 BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY TO THE LABOUR BOARD

28489

SJ’S CURRY CLUB requires a

Blue Hills, Providenciales 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: $7.50 Hourly

- $6.25 hourly Must have various skills.

CONTACT: 343-1056

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 28486

SIMONS MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING SERVICES

MAINTENANCE MAN

MARIELLE BENOIT

CHEF/COOK

• The successful candidate must be familiar with Indian cuisine and preparation.

• Maintain cleanliness of cooking and surrounding areas; • Work independently in prepping meat and vegetables; • Assist with serving guests with takeout service; • Knowledge of cleaning and maintaining a Tandoor Oven; Salary scale between $1,200.00-$1,400.00 per month; ONLY BELONGERS, NATURALIZED, AND PRC HOLDERS WITH RIGHT TO WORK WILL BE CONSIDERED. APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE ADDRESSED TO SURESH JAGANATHAN, 12 CHANDELLE DRIVE, OFF VENETIAN ROAD, PROVIDENCIALES, CONTACT – 649-232-7289, EMAIL – SJCURRYCLUB@GMAIL.COM, AND COPY TO THE LABOUR DEPARTMENT. 28443

MECHANIC • Inspecting, testing, servicing and repairing vehicles, engine tune ups, oil changes, wheel balancing, replacing filters.

• Able to work with little or no supervision, be physically fit, dependable and hard working.

• Must be self-motivated and able to understand, write and speak English fluently Salary $1,200.00 monthly Belongers are encouraged to send copy of their resume to Labour Board. All experienced and interested individuals can send inquiries to:

AUTO BOX, KING ROAD HIGHWAY, BOTTLE CREEK NORTH CAICOS, TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS EMAIL: WTRAVAUNO@GMAIL.COM | (649) 332-508328473

NURSERY COORDINATOR ● Minimum five years experience in operations/coordination role ● Excellent English verbal and written skills ● Comprehensive experience using QuickBooks for financial accounting, generation of financial reports and analysis ● Adept at managing accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll transactions. ● Experience dealing with high-end

clients. ● Willing to work outdoors and irregular hours including weekends and holidays if needed ● Understanding of plants in indigenous Environmental application ● Preferable a Bachelor of Business Administration Finance and or Bachelor of Science ● Salary $3,200 per month commensurate with education and experience.

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 INTERVIEW. THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY WORK PERMIT HOLDERS. 28406

WENDY INNOCENT

Sweep the house. Mop the floor. Clean the bathroom and replace tissue. Clean the doors and windows. Clean the ceiling and walls.

Empty waste baskets.

Salary starts at $6.25 per hour RENEWAL, BELONGER WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE. 28477

CLASSIFIEDS 33 MARCENE JEAN

DENISE JEAN JEAN JUSTE

LABOURER

DOMESTIC WORKER

# 29, Mirade Close Blue Hills, 343-2227

Blue Hills, Providenciales, 241-0452

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

Sweep the house. Mop the floor. Clean the bathroom and replace tissue. Clean the doors and windows. Clean the ceiling and walls.

Empty waste baskets.

Salary starts at $6.25 per hour

RENEWAL, BELONGER WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE.

RENEWAL, BELONGER WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE.

28479

28478

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

ROOM ATTENDANT JOB SUMMARY: • To ensure that all guestrooms are cleaned to the established standards.

• Stocks Room Attendant cart to the established standards • Requirements: • High school diploma or equivalent vocational training • Minimum 1-year experience as hotel cleaner or in janitorial / cleaning position preferred • Full Time position only • Must speak, read, write, and understand the primary language (English) used in the workplace • Must work weekends and holidays • Base salary range: $6.50 - $7.50 / hour to commensurate with qualification & experience.

BENEFITS: Service gratuity, vacation & employee meals.

The above position is currently held by a Work Permit Card Holder.

HOUSEMAN JOB SUMMARY: • As a Houseman, you are responsible for cleaning guest rooms, carrying linen and replenishing amenities to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience.

• Requirements: • A Houseman is always working on behalf of our Owners, Guests and working with other Team Members • Must speak, read, write, and understand the primary language (English) used in the workplace • Must work PM shifts as business demands according to the operations policy • Must work weekends and holidays • Base salary range: $6.50 - $7.50 / hour to commensurate with qualification & experience.

BENEFITS: Service gratuity, vacation & employee meals.

The above position is currently held by a Work Permit Card Holder.

Details on the above vacancies can be found by contacting the Human Resources department at 649-339-5900 ext. 7006.

Applications can be completed in person at The Somerset on Grace Bay or emailed to twilliams@thesomerset.com.

All applications must be copied to the Immigration Board Zone 2 at jobregistration@gov.tc. The closing date for applications is January 31st, 2022.

34 CLASSIFIEDS T&M CONSTRUCTION

310 Phase 2, Blue Hills Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

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

to care for children and maintain the household.

Must be able to speak and understand English due to having to administer medicine and assist kids with school homework, must be able to work weekends and holidays to accommodate working schedule.

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

MAID

CONTACT: 245-3160

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board 28423

T.C.I LION BEST CONSTRUCTION

TARADO CLARE

#34 MILLENNIUM HIGHWAY, BLUE HILLS Is seeking a

BABYSITTER

CONTACT: 649-332-2849 BELONGERS ARE TO APPLY TO THE LABOUR BOARD WORK PERMIT RENEWAL 28438

January 15-21, 2022

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

Behind Mara, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

CLEANER

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

Salary: $7.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 341-7723

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

28416

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

WRITERS/ PHOTO JOURNALIST

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

FOR MAGAZINES AND OTHER PERIODICALS GRAPHICS PRODUCTION DESIGNER/ PAGINATOR

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

COURT REPORTER

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

Salary paid weekly will commensurate with experience.

ADVERTISING SPACE SALES PERSON

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

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

THE PET SHOP GROOMING AND SUPPLIES

Dolphine Road Grace Bay, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

CLEANER

• To work 5 days a week may include some weekends.

• Responsible for cleaning up in general, sweeping and mopping.

Salary: $6.50 Hourly

CONTACT: 649-242-7387

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28469

CAICOS VACATION LTD. SEEKING AN

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

to organize the Caicos Vacations group of companies.

Applicants must be willing to work irregular hours and be open to a range of responsibilities from event coordination, property bookings, and office work. Applicants must have strong Microsoft Word and Excel skills, have a driver’s license and be willing to work weekends. Starting salary 36k per year plus bonuses.

CONTACT: THORNCAPRON@ GMAIL.COM BELONGERS ONLY APPLY

TIMENY WIDELIN KEW TOWN Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

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

CONTACT: 341-2460

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 28453

PAULAMAE MISSICK HANDFIELD Aqua Lane, Long Bay 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: 232-6536

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 28318

TJAY BEEN TNF CONTACTING

2457228. RENEW West road, Grand Turk

MASON

9$/ HRS 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.

BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD

28443

PENTECOSTAL CHURCH OF GOD INTERNATIONAL MOVEMENT SOUTH DOCK ROAD Is seeking to employ a

MINISTER - $7 HOURLY

Preaches to members church community

of

MISSIONARY - $7 HOURLY

• Oversee the church and the up keep with the members.

• Helping the day-to-day up keeping of the church.

• Spread a message of a belief and help to communities.

CONTACT: 2435844/331-9649

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

28281

TCI MARBLE AND GRANITE LTD. Industrial Park

ASSISTANT MANAGER In search of a skilled person to work in communications and sales Starting Salary $15.00 per hour EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS: • Ability to communicate, liaise, and negotiate internally and externally using appropriate methods to facilitate the development of profitable business and sustainable relationships • Strong understanding of Microsoft Office applications and ability to troubleshoot/diagnose computer and network issues • 5+ years project management experience • 5+ years managing and executing marketing plans • 5+ years experience in legal contract drafting and negotiation • 5+ years experience in troubleshooting computer hardware/ software issues • 10+ years sales experience • 10+ years experience management, training, and recruiting staff according to company policies and employment laws, ensuring relevant HR procedures are followed Applicants will be required to pass a written skills test and show proficiency and understanding of the construction field.

Please email resumes to accounts@tcimarbleandgranite.com or inquire in person POSITION IS BEING ADVERTISED FOR A WORK PERMIT HOLDER. APPLICATIONS FOR QUALIFIED TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDERS WILL BE ACCEPTED.

28439

January 15-21, 2022 TROY BRENT WILLIAMS FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

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

CONTACT: 344-9085

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28446

WARD’S CONSULTANCY

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

TURKS & CAICOS REALTY LTD. IS SEEKING A PART-TIME

DOMESTIC WORKER

DUTIES TO INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO: • General office and household cleaning and maintenance • Occasional child care and pet care • Catering and shopping services on call • Laundry and delivery

THIS POSITION IS FOR WORK PERMIT RENEWAL INTERESTED BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGE TO SUBMIT A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOR DEPARTMENT PLEASE SEND RESUME TO INFO@TCSOTHEBYSREALTY.COM PO BOX 279, VENTURE HOUSE, GRACE BAY RD. PHONE: 649.946.4474 28407

WALKIN CONSTRUCTION

ACTING ON BEHALF OF OUR CLIENT

FIVE CAYS ROAD #19 Is seeking to employ a

Alice & Alice Plaza, Airport Road

MASON

DOMINICAN RESTAURANT

2 COOKS - $8.00 HOURLY

Preparing food and cooking, sharing, using fresh local ingredients, must keep kitchen area and cooking equipment clean.

TEL: 346-3569

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28413

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

Salary: $7.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 649-246-5789

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

28448

WE CARE CONSULTANT AGENCY On behalf our clients seek to employ the following:

TONY’S RESTAURANT KEW TOWN

KITCHEN HELPER $6.25 PER HR.

DUTIES INCLUDES: Assisting with cleaning of dishes pots and utensils, and cutting up of vegetables and other food items for cooking.

ISSAC FARM AND NURSERY

services • Hourly rate $10. Minimum of 10 hours per week • Must speak and read English • Must have own transportation and cell phone • Must have a minimum of 10 years’ experience

Kew North Caicos

FARMER X 12 @ $6.25 PH.

DUTIES: Soil cultivation, digging, forking, weeding, seed sowing, planting, cleaning of debris, and feeding livestock.

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

THESE POSITIONS ARE FOR NEW AND WORK PERMIT RENEWALS. BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND THEIR RESUME TO CARE@TCIWAY. TC ON OR BEFORE JAN 24TH 2022 ONLY PERSONS SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED. 28398

WE CARE CONSULTANT AGENCY On behalf our clients seek to employ the following:

CAR SOLUTIONS BLUE HILLS

MECHANIC

Duties: Overhauls, diagnosis and repair all vehicles and motorpowered equipment mechanical issues. Prepares reports and orders, and maintain records and inventories of parts, components, supplies and materials. Payrate $8.50 per hr Laurwanda Rigby / Marie Charles/ Fredlyn Charles / Euzebe Kucne

MECHANIC

Duties: Overhauls, diagnosis and repair all vehicles and motorpowered equipment mechanical issues. Prepares reports and orders, and maintain records and inventories of parts, components, supplies and materials. Payrate $9.50 per hr THESE POSITIONS ARE NEW WORK PERMIT APPLICATIONS BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND THEIR RESUME TO CARE@ TCIWAY.TC ON OR BEFORE JAN 24TH 2022 28400

ALLAN PARKER

CONTACT: 246-6120

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder. 28484

CONTACT: 231-6432 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder.

28401

CONTACT: 441-5122

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 28463

WILFREY AND TONY BEAUTY SALON 31 Aviation Drive, Five Cays Is seeking to employ

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: 231-0882

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 28405

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.

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

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

LABOURER

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.

LABOURER

LABOURER

DOMESTIC WORKER

CAREY SKIPPINGS

NORTH BACK SALINA GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

Over Back, Grand Turk. Is seeking to employ a

WELMA EGETT SMITH

ANTHONY J. CLARKE

NORTH BACK SALINA GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

S & B CONSTRUCTION

Close to Froggies, Wheeland Is seeking to employ a

CLASSIFIEDS 35

CONTACT: 347-1475

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

This position is currently held By a work permit holder.

28483

MARIE CAPRONJEROME Over Back, 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: 244-5422

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

28404

NORTH BACK SALINA GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

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: 346-9276

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

This position is currently held By a work permit holder.

28402

KENYA PARKER

Back Salina, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

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

SALARY: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 242-1522

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. ThIs position is currently held by a work permit holder. 28403

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS THE WINE ESTABLISHMENT LTD 103W GRACE BAY COURT, PROVIDENCIALES, TCI is looking to hire:

TWO (2) WINE STEWARDS

JOB DESCRIPTION: • Greet guest and pour wine according to established wine tasting procedures.

• Suggest and sell wine, wine tasting experiences, wine clubs and non- wine products.

• Monitor wine inventory and evaluate report to ensure consistency in wine menus.

• Maintain display shelves and ensure appropriate labeling of all bottles according to company policy.

• Ensure appropriate storage of wine for serving and restock as required.

• Follow department policies, procedures and service standards.

• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS: • Must have extensive knowledge of various brands and quality of wine.

• Existing relationships with new and old-world producers.

• Must have sales and customer service experience.

• Must be able to work 60 hours per week.

• Must be Fluent in English, French and Italian.

Salary: 12.50 per hour Interested applicants may submit their resume with qualifications and experience to: sales@wineestablishment.tc and the TCI Employment Services and Labour Department.

BOTH POSITIONS ARE CURRENTLY HELD BY WORK PERMIT HOLDERS.

28445

36 CLASSIFIEDS COLLEN DELANCY

The Bight, Leeward Highway, Providenciales, TCI Is seeking to employ a

MUSICIAN Perform music in front of crowd.

Salary: $300.00 Weekly

CONTACT: 341-1377

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

28358

HG MAINTENANCE COMPANY

D’DIVA SALON

OLD AIRPORT ROAD, PROVIDENCIALES Is seeking to employ a

NAIL TECHNICIAN

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

CONTACT: 649-242-7578

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 28350

CLUB ZODIAC

GARLAND CONSTRUCTION

Leeward Palms, Providenciales. is seeking to employ

LABOURER

DOMESTIC WORKER

Set up equipment, run lines for power tools, erect scaffolding, set up worksites, and even hand tools to workers, clean worksite, and take down bracing and scaffolding. Salary: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: 333-4829

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

28354

CLARENCE WILLIAMS

#41 SUNSET STREET, THOMPSON COVE Is seeking to employ a

Bottle Creek, North Caicos Is seeking to employ a

TILEMAN

• Taking food orders, serving customers. Taking beverage orders from customers or wait staff and serving drinks as requested, paying extreme attention to detail.

• To work 6 days a week.

Salary: $7.00 hourly

BARMAID

Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste, weeding and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, and doorframes. Paint and maintain the appearance of the residence. Salary: $6.50 Hourly

CONTACT: 331-6258

CONTACT: 243-0051

CONTACT: 231-3033

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

28369

This position is for work permit renewal Belongers are to apply to the Labour Board

28361

GERTRUDE FORBES

Unit #204 Lavele Building, Grace Bay. Is seeking a

Aviation Road, Southside Plaza #26, Five Cays Road, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

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

Salary: $10 hourly

LABOURER

BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD

28364

Cleaning of all rooms in house – sweeping, mopping, washing, ironing and any other related household chores.

Salary: $7.00 per hour

LABOURER

Cleaning the grounds of the property - collect trash, debris and other waste to keep the site clean and safe.

Salary: $7.00 per hour

CONTACT: 231-4307

Belongers are encourage to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. Work permit holders currently hold the above positions.

28360

3 Church Ave, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

(232-3000): c/o 1276 Leeward Hwy, Providenciales

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: 649-331-8821 BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD A WORK PERMIT HOLDER CURRENTLY HOLDS THIS POSITION 28365

LABOURER

KITCHEN HELPER

- $6.50 hourly Clean the church property and inside the church.

CREOLE MINISTRY PREACHER - $6.50 hourly Preach to the church.

CONTACT: 946-4075 EMAIL: WESLEYAN@TCIWAY.TC

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 28380

Must be available various days per week on short notice to perform kitchen helper duties.

Must have own transportation and appropriate training and experience. Will be held to a high standard relative to team involvement, employee relations, guest services and professionalism. Salary $500/ wk.

CONTACT: DIVEUKUSA@HOTMAIL.COM OR 232-3000.

THIS IS A NEW POSITION. PREFERENCE TO TCISLANDERS.

28375

property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, and door frames. Salary: $6.25 Hourly CONTACT: 649-231-1289 BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD A WORK PERMIT HOLDER CURRENTLY HOLDS THIS POSITION 28366

28385

TRINITY SECRETARIAL Acting on behalf of

RAFAEL CASTILLO Bay Road, Blue Hills Contact: 243-4580 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 BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD A WORK PERMIT HOLDER CURRENTLY HOLDS THIS POSITION

28373

28363

LABOURER

TWO PHARMACISTS

WAYPOINT YACHTS LTD.

Work permit renewal

• 12 years’ experience required.

• Create made-to-measure dresses, skirts, trousers and blouses. Cut, trim, and sew clothing.

LABOURER Cleaning outside the

WESLEYAN METHODIST CHURCH

SUBMIT RESUME TO IDEALBARBERS@OUTLOOK. COM OR CALL 246-5721/3412640. LOCATED AT WINDSOR PLACE (OLD MOVIE THEATRE) UNIT #B7 LEEWARD HIGHWAY, PROVIDENCIALES BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY TO THE LABOUR BOARD

Unit #2 Alice & Alice, Airport Road. Is seeking

VA C A N C Y

Please send cover letter, resume and copies of qualifications to:

BARBER

Salary: based on a 50% commission. Open Mon- Sun from 9AM-8PM. Applicants must have basic to good command of the English language.

Duties: steam shave, cut hair, designs as requested by customers

337 GRACE BAY ROAD, GRACE BAY Is seeking to employ a

Palm Grove, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

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

These are new positions.

Qualified Turks and Caicos Islanders are encouraged to lodge an application with the Labour Department.

needs professional

AFFINITY MANAGEMENT LTD.

HUBERT FULFORD

• Proven ability to supervise busy community pharmacy • Exceptional clinical knowledge • Willing to work long shifts including weekends and holidays • Salary range $60k to $70k p.a. depending on qualifications • Registered with the TCI Health Practitioners Board

IDEAL CUTS

ANTHONY L FORBES

SOUTH BACK SALINA, GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

FLAMINGO PHARMACY

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in pharmacy from accredited university • Eligible to register with TCI Health Practitioner’s Board and MPS • At least 5 years post qualification experience • Duties will include dispensing, clinical assessment, patient counselling, staff training and inventory management

January 15-21, 2022

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

THREE K’S RESTAURANT AND BAR

AIRPORT RD. BESIDE THE FISH MARKET Is seeking to employ a

CHEF

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: $450.00 Weekly CONTACT: 231-2397

Belongers are to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28378

• 3 to 4 years of experience in working in the property management sector; must be flexible; excellent facility with common hand and power tools.

• Must have driver’s license.

• 6 days a week Salary: $1,200 monthly CONTACT: 649-247-4109 OR NORTHSHORE.ASL@GMAIL.COM BELONGERS ARE TO APPLY TO THE LABOUR BOARD A WORK PERMIT HOLDER CURRENTLY HOLDS THIS POSITION 28370

LONG BAY EXPRESS #404 LONG BAY ROAD Is seeking to employ a

LABOUR/PUMP ATTENDANT

• Dispensing fuel to customer vehicles and/or containers.

• Provide air, water, lubricants.

• Collect payments.

• Stocking items to the shop floor.

• To work 6 days a week.

Salary: $7 hourly

CONTACT: 649-941-8111

EMAIL: LONGBAYEXPRESS@GMAIL.COM

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28371

MANRORE FORBES (231-6973) Leeward Palms.

Providenciales

DOMESTIC WORKER - Salary $6.25 per hour General house chores etc

ISAAC ORAL SELVER

(941-4800) 26 Aviation Drive, Southside Plaza, Providenciales Salary $$6.25per hour

LABOURER

– cleaning, packing ice, lifting materials etc Work permit holders currently hold positions.

Belongers may apply with Labour Department.28379

THREADS

2 DRESSMAKERS

TAILOR

• 12 years’ experience required.

• Measure parts such as sleeves or pant legs, and mark or pinfold alteration lines.

Salaries based on commission

CONTACT: 242-7211

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board Work permit holders currently hold these positions 28353

MENELIK ASHWOOD

Palm Grove, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER Cleaning outside the

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

Salary: $6.25 Hourly CONTACT: 649-242-3005 BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD A WORK PERMIT HOLDER CURRENTLY HOLDS THIS POSITION 28367

SW CAFE

PORTS OF CALL PLAZA, 11 SANDCASTLE ROAD, GRACE BAY Is seeking to employ a

BARTENDER

• Uphold customer service • Maintain Bar • Mix and serve drinks Salary: $10.00 hourly

CONTACT: 231-2397 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

28368

January 15-21, 2022

STYLZ ABOVE THE REST

#4 Sam’s Plaza, Down Town

1 HAIR STYLIST

IS INTERVIEWING FOR:

FRONT DESK/ REL. NIGHT AUDIT The suitable candidate must be personable, customer service oriented, have strong English verbal and written communication skills and must be computer literate.

Knowledge of the Islands and Suitable Front Desk related skills and experience is required, with the willingness of covering relief Night Audit duties. Salary commensurate with qualifications & experience.

- $6.50 HOURLY Shampooing, cutting, styling hair, hair treatments, coloring, and weaving.

2 NAIL TECHNICIANS

RESUMES CAN BE EMAILED TO

- $6.50 HOURLY Basic manicures, artificial nails, gel nails, hand massages, fills, nail repair, polishing

TLEWIN@PORTSOFCALLRESORT.COM/ ABARNETT@ PORTSOFCALLRESORT.COM OR DROPPED OFF AT RESORT ATT.- TAIWAYNE LEWIN/ AGNIESZKA BARNETT.

CONTACT: 649-245-3231 BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD

28384

28372

SUNNY FOODS RETAIL & WHOLESALE LTD.

MASON - $7.50 HOURLY

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.

BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD

28159

P&D EMPLOYMENT ACTING ON BEHALF OF

JASON ALMONTE Residence, Five Cays 348-2602

DOMESTIC WORKER

- $6.25 HOURLY Sweeping, mopping, clean bathrooms, kitchen, living room, laundry and other housework.

MARINO MEISE Millennium Highway 242-3256

LABOURER

- $6.25 HOURLY Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, and doorframes.

BELONGERS ARE TO APPLY TO THE LABOUR BOARD A WORK PERMIT HOLDER CURRENTLY HOLDS THIS POSITION 28383

PALM GROVE HOTEL LTD. NEXT TO BEACHES, LOWER BIGHT Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

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

CONTACT: 232-3082

BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD A WORK PERMIT HOLDER CURRENTLY HOLDS THIS POSITION 28382

SUNNY FOODS BLUE HILLS

Responsible for doing Manuel work Loading and unloading Container Assisting in stocking shelves Knowledge on produce products and sanitary methods Should be physically fit to lift products 50lb or more .

Being able to work at heights Committed to work flexible hours, days, nights, weekends and holidays.

Salary ranges from $6.25 to $8.50 per hour.

Held by the work permit holder

Is now Interviewing for the following position:

STORE MANAGER

As a Grocery Store Manager you must have the passion to grow sales along with exceptional customer service and communication skills. A hard worker with integrity and great management skills.

MERCHANDISER

• Candidate must have at least 8-10 years experience in the field.

• Delivering exceptional Customer service and passion to Grow Sales and Control Costs • Identifying, hiring and training talent especially Belongers.

• Must be trained in merchandising and item categorization and posses certificate • Must be posses a minimum of 6- 8 years of job experience in merchandising and outfitting • Must be willing to work extended hours daily/weekly • Must be proficient in Sams 4s SPT-4740 Reflections • Must be available to work different shifts day, evening and night • Must be available to work variable schedules • Must be willing to work in different environments (coolers, freezers, warehouse) • Must be proficient in Back Office Implementation Ordering System • Must be familiar or possess relationship with local and out of country suppliers and ordering systems.

• Must be proficient in: Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, Backoffice • Must be willing and able to work in a team setting or as an individual • Salary range $7.50 – $8.50 per hour commensurate with experience.

• Held by the work permit holder

MUST HAVE THROUGH KNOWLEDGE OF THE FOLLOWING:

• Advanced knowledge and skills in computer systems, most specifically, QuickBooks Pro 2020, Microsoft Excel, and Inventory control management.

• Extensive knowledge of SMS Front & Back Office POS System • Extensive knowledge of NCR 7456 POS • Extensive knowledge of THYME SOFTWARE • Plans and directs the day-to-day operations of a grocery store.

• Develops strategies to improve customer service, drive store sales, and increase profitability.

• Ensures customer needs are met, complaints are resolved, and service is quick and efficient.

• Forecasts staffing needs and develops a recruiting strategy to provide optimal staffing in all areas • Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures.

Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

• Must be responsible in identifying and interviewing Belongers for hiring; • Setting up a training program for employees re proper merchandising and customer service skills as well as the workings of running an International Grocery Store.

LABOURER Responsible for doing Manuel work Loading and unloading Container Assisting in stocking shelves Should be physically fit to lift products 50lb or more .

Being able to work at heights Committed to work flexible hours, days, nights, weekends and holidays.

Salary starts at $6.25 per hour.

Held by the work permit holder

• Candidate must be multilingual.

• Work schedule will include weekends, holidays, as required to meet the demands of the position.

Salary range commensurate with experience.

INTERESTED APPLICANTS CAN EMAIL THEIR RESUME TO

invoices@sunnyfoodstci.com or send resume to the Labour Board Belongers need only to apply

Acting on behalf of RA & JH CONSTRUCTION Bible Street #14, Blue Hills 244-4542

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

PRODUCE STOCKER

• • • • • • • •

P&D EMPLOYMENT

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

Five Cays Access Road, Providenciales, TCI. Is Looking For:

• • • • • • • • •

CLASSIFIEDS 37

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

CONTACT: 649-946-8384

28376

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

28377

38 CLASSIFIEDS

January 15-21, 2022

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

KARAM & MISSICK

JULIA JOSEPH

18 PELOTA YARD, BACK ROAD, BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

Is seeking to employ a Commissioned

PARALEGAL

DOMESTIC WORKER

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

The Paralegal will work under supervision of and report to Attorneys. The key responsibilities include: • Supporting Attorneys in conveyancing transactions from commencement to completion • Reporting on title and raising requisitions in light of entries affecting • Ordering surveys • Ensuring forms documents and paperwork are filed and processed within requisite time frames • Drafting related documents for review and use by attorneys • Liaising with clients, real estate agents, mortgage lenders and attorneys at every stage of the transaction • Keeping clients up to date with the progress of their transaction both via e-mail and telephone contact • Providing legal and administrative support to attorneys with due regard to the sensitivity and confidentiality of information handled

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE The successful candidate must: • Hold a Bachelor of Laws (Hons.) Degree or advanced paralegal qualification from a recognised University • Have at least three years of experience as a Paralegal in a similar role REQUIRED SKILLS • Excellent knowledge of conveyancing process and procedures obtained in a similar role • Demonstrated ability to prioritise heavy work-load with tight time constraints and under pressure • Excellent interpersonal and written and oral communication skills as the role requires extensive communication with clients, real estate agents, lenders and lawyers.

• Keen attention to detail, strong organization skills, proven ability to work in fast paced environment • Adaptable and flexible and works well on independent initiative as well as part of a team • Proficiency in Microsoft products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook • Research REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS Salary will be mostly commission-based, (80%) with a 20% base, with emphasis on work support mandates and commensurate with qualification experience and skills. Support for professional development will also be offered.

Closing date for applicants: January 14, 2022 Apply in writing with curriculum vitae to:

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: 241-6657

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28247

LA PAUSE STORE BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

CASHIER

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

Salary: $7.00 Hourly

JOSEPH PIERRE Behind Mara, 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: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: 241-9120

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

28335

LENFORD SINGH TREASURE BEACH, LOWER BIGHT Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

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

CONTACT: 332-2240

CONTACT: 331-8154 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

28270

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28262

MERCILENE JOSEPH

MICHEAL WILLIAMS

#31 SNAKE HILL AVE, BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

MASON Repairs, maintains and

The Bight, Kingston Is seeking to employ a

MAID

alters buildings, retaining walls and other brick or stone edifices. Mixes mortar; lays bricks and stones and/ or concrete sidewalks; makes and repairs steps and plasters. Salary: $8 hourly

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: 342-6901

CONTACT: 343-7599

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28248

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28279

KARAM & MISSICK ATTORNEYS SUITE A203, REGENT VILLAGE EAST GRACE BAY, PROVIDENCIALES Turks and Caicos Islanders should send a copy of application to the Labour Department

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

JOCELYN ACCILISE MARCIUS Bible Street, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

CARETAKER

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

CONTACT: 649-345-2228

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

28258

LIONEL & YOLETTE BASSETT JUBA SOUND Is seeking to employ a

CARETAKER

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

CONTACT: 649-247-0801 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

28265

M.L.R CONSTRUCTION

Blue Hills, Providenciales Is seeking to employ

2 CARPENTERS

Follow blueprints and building plans to meet the needs of clients. Install structures and fixtures, such as windows and molding. Measure, cut, or shape wood, plastic, and other materials. Salary: $10.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 241-1021

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

28316

NEW TESTAMENT CHURCH

Airport Road, South Caicos Is seeking to employ a 28303

COUNTER SERVER We love our team at Turkberry, and are always looking for more local talent. If you love FroYo, Donuts, would like to learn how to serve the best coffee on island and are looking for a fun place to work, please email your resume to yum@turkberry.com, or bring it into the Salt Mills store location, between 7am and 11pm. We are currently looking for employees who are available at all times: morning, daytime, afternoon, and evenings, seven days a week.

We REQUIRE staff that have a valid TCI Driver's Licence, Valid Passport, Proof Of Status and are fully vaccinated.

If this sounds like a good fit, please contact us.

28347

LABOURER

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

• Must be willing to work 6 days a week.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 341-4730

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28329

January 15-21, 2022 JJ’S STREET

ISLAND VILLA MANAGEMENT

CHEF

HOUSEKEEPER

Kew Town Plaza, Kew Town Is seeking to employ a

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: 649-347-8454

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28202

Caribbean Place, Unit 4B Is seeking to employ

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

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 9464445/231-4794

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. These positions currently held by work permit holders 28278

LJ CONTRACTING SERVICES

LONG ISLAND HOLDINGS WATER PLAY

#5 KASS ROAD, KEW TOWN Is seeking to employ a

LONG BAY Is seeking to employ a

2 MAINTENANCE WORKERS

SAILING TRAINING INSTRUCTOR

- $10 HOURLY Fix and maintain mechanical equipment, buildings, and machines.

Plumbing work, painting, flooring repair and upkeep, electrical repairs, heating, and air conditioning system.

CONTACT: 649-331-8546 BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY TO THE LABOUR BOARD

28292

MANGO REEF

Teach safety, boat handling and sailing theory to children and adults who are beginning or intermediate. Salary: $1200.00 Monthly

CONTACT: 344-2614

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

28333

#12 Long Bay Seeking to employ a

(2) COOKS

to cook, clean and care for children.

New Work Permit

(2) PASTRY CHEFS -Preparing a wide variety of goods such as cakes, cookies, pies.

Work permit renewal

THE MANA VARIETY STORE

ROSNY BENJAMIN

GUILAINE MAXIME

MAINTENANCE

NANNY

DOMESTIC WORKER

Snake Hill, Blue Hills Providenciales Telephone: 232-2816

Ensuring the cleanliness of restrooms according to the given schedule. Changing trash can liners and taking out the trash when needed.

Picking up trash and other litter. Repairing various items such as shelving. Regularly polishing and waxing floors SALARY: 800.00 per week Renewal, position is held by a work permit holder.

Belonger will be given first preference 28296

LOTUS SPA

#39 MANGROVE AVE, LONG BAY Is seeking to employ a

THERAPIST

• To work 6 days a week. (days off are flexible) • Must do Thai Massage (with certificate) Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 333-2014

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 28285

MARIE-THERESE PIERRE-DEVIL

BESMA SMITH

TURTLE COVE MARINA RESTAURANT SEEKING TO EMPLOY -to assist the head chef in various food preparation for service time.

CLASSIFIEDS 39

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Behind Mara, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

MAPLE LEAF CONSRTUCTION seeking to employ a

CLEANER

cleaning on job.

New Work Permit

EMAIL APPLICATIONS TO BASSET_27@HOTMAIL.COM $6.25-$10.00 HOURLY BELONGER ONLY APPLY CONACT 164924287892 FOR DETAILS.28337

CORAL GARDENS MANAGEMENT CO LTD

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: 344-9938

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28254

MAUREEN COUZET GIBSON

is seeking suitable qualified Belongers to fill the position of

HOUSEKEEPER

FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ a

TILE MASON

This position is currently held by a Work permit Holder RESPONSIBILITIES: • Ensure that all guestrooms are cleaned to the established standard cleanliness.

• Reports for duty punctually wearing the correct uniform and name tag at all times.

Salary: $8.00 per hr.

Qualified Belonger candidates with a clean police record are requested to submit a CV by e-mail to: Marsha Blanche Email: marsha@misickstanbrook.tc | Tel.: 946-4732

28339

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

Install materials on floors, walls, ceilings, countertops.

Level the surface with a layer of mortar or plywood.

Salary: $10.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 241-2749

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

28284

Kew Town, Providenciales 241-7032

Cares for my children, maintain the house clean, wash dishes, clean bedroom, bathroom, wash & iron. Salary starts at $6.25 per hour.

POSITION IS HELD BY WORK PERMIT HOLDER, BELONGER WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE.

28295

LUC SAINT JEAN

107 LEEWARD HIGHWAY, THE BIGHT Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

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

CONTACT: 649-241-7995

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

28283

Kew Town, Providenciales, Tel: 333-5032

Sweep the house. Mop the floor. Clean the bathroom and replace tissue. Clean the doors and windows. Clean the ceiling and walls.

Empty waste baskets.

Salary starts at $6.25 per hour

GASPA NACIUS

Kew Town, Providenciales 333-5032

NANNY

Cares for my children, maintain the house clean, wash dishes, clean bedroom, bathroom, wash & iron. Salary starts at $6.25 per hour.

RENEWAL, BELONGER WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE.

POSITION IS HELD BY WORK PERMIT HOLDER, BELONGER WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE. 28293

LUMPY CONSTRUCTION

MAIGNAN WILLY

LABOURER

LABOURER Cleaning outside the

28294

#26 Tana Road, Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

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

• Must be willing to work 5 days a week.

Salary: $6.50 hourly.

CONTACT: 241-2478 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

28268

KEW TOWN Is seeking to employ a

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

CONTACT: 341-4128

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

28331

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS JAFOOE LTD.

COMPUTER REPAIR TECHNICIAN EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field • Work Experience: Not Less than 5 years industry experienced.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Working knowledge of modern networking devices, Wi-Fi Networks and printers • Demonstrated ability to read and understand technical manuals and schematics • Highly skilled in installing, repairing and troubleshooting computer hardware and peripheral including Windowsbased PCs and Macintosh Apple platforms

• Proven ability to manage multiple troubleshooting tasks simultaneously while maintaining the quality of results • Extensive experience in backup and image management software • Expert user of Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access) • Able to configure VPN and server/client-side hardware and software • Proven record of managing time and priorities effectively • HP Certified (Commercial Printing) • Cisco Certified • Work schedule 6 days a week Salary payable based on qualifications and experience.

Send all applications to jafooe@gmail.com

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

This is a renewal.

28259

40 CLASSIFIEDS NOBLE SECURITY

Grace Bay, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

SECURITY OFFICER

OLYMPIA DESTINATION MANAGEMENT Banana Boat, La Vista Azul Is seeking to employ a

HOUSEMAN

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

Obtains help by sounding alarms.

• To work 6 days a week.

Salary: $7 hourly

Removing soiled bedclothes and remaking the bed with clean ones, vacuuming the room and hallways, mopping the floor, cleaning and sanitizing the bathroom and replacing toiletries and towels. Salary: $8.00 hourly

CONTACT: 341-9646 BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD A WORK PERMIT HOLDER CURRENTLY HOLDS THIS POSITION

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

SUNSET RIDGE HOTEL

ARNOLD SIMMONS

28255

#26 Aviation Drive, South Side Plaza, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

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

CONTACT: 242-3173

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

28322

January 15-21, 2022

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

CONTACT: 231-6607

28286

Apt #1, Building #59 Black Crow Norway and Five Cays, Kew Town 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: $350.00 Weekly

CONTACT: 245-4898

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28352

SIREN OF THE SEAS

NATURES VISIONS LTD

ENVIRONMENTAL URBAN DESIGNER

GENERAL DUTIES:

• Landscape design and implementation • Manual labour and supervision of crews • Irrigation design and installation • Hardscape design and implementation • Dealing with clients and subcontractors • Budgets and work schedules quotes • Use heavy equipment and jack hammers

REQUIREMENTS:

• Supervisory skills and willing to do manual

work • Degree in Environmental Urban Design • 5+ years’ experience • Able to read and follow architectural designs • Knowledge of quoting jobs /scheduling and budgets • Must have own transportation, driving license and phone • Self-starter and self-motivated and willing to work holidays and 6 days a week Basic wage $3,000.00/month plus commission on certain projects.

The position is currently held by a Work Permit holder.

Send resume to bunderwood@tciway.tc or call Barbara Underwood 232 2272 Turks and Caicos Islanders also invited to send resume to the Immigration Board.

T&C SECRETARIAL SERVICES

WILSON CIRCLE, BLUE HILLS 649-331-2251 Acting on behalf of

EVERGREEN LANDSCAPING

MAINTENANCE MAN

- $10.00 Hourly Maintain mechanical equipment, buildings, and machines.

LIFE CHANGING VARIETY STORE

MAINTENANCE MAN

-$10.00 Hourly Maintain mechanical equipment, buildings, and machines.

MACHINIST

- $10.00 Hourly Create tools, parts, and objects by operating milling and drilling machines, grinders, and lathes in a machine shop.

BELONGERS ARE TO APPLY TO THE LABOUR BOARD

28346

SPOTLESS CLEANING SERVICES 23 Parade Ave, Town Centre Mall Building, Down Town Is seeking to employ a

SUPERVISOR

• To work 5 days a week may include some weekends.

• Responsible for cleaning up in general and overseeing the cleanliness of other workers, monitoring working hours, and punctuality.

Salary: $7 hourly

CONTACT: 649-331-0818 BELONGERS ARE TO APPLY TO THE LABOUR BOARD

28151

TC TRIPLE POWER CMR CLOSE TO AFRICAN SHOP, BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

KITCHEN LABOURER SKILL REQUIREMENTS: • Must be consistently punctual for work.

• Maintain a clean work station throughout shift.

• Must maintain a clean, well kept appearance upon arrival and through out shifts.

• Must be able to multi task in a fast pace, high pressure environment.

• Be able to stand on one’s feet for 8 hours and be comfortable lifting 50 pounds or more without physical restrictions.

• Be available to work days and nights, holidays and weekends with a flexible schedule • Must be able to take direction from superiors • Clean all floors in front and back of house at opening and closing • Must be able to communicate in English • Understanding of fundamental math with ability to effectively measure and or weigh ingredients as per recipes.

DUTIES: • Work with staff members to assure that the restaurant is clean and well maintained throughout the duration of their shift.

• Participate in daily cleaning duties as per scheduled by the Chef or other Management personnel to maintain a clean, safe environment for all employees to work in.

Wages: $7/hour. This is a permit renewal ad.

CLEANER

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

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 347-6850

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

28342

YA3B CONSULTANCY Acting on behalf of

JOSE OVANDO CONSTRUCTION

#1 Grace Bay Plaza Court, Providenciales

CONSTRUCTION LABOURER

- $8.00 Hourly • Removed rubble, dirt, and hazardous waste from construction site.

• First time work permit.

Contact: 331-9854

SCOOTIE & JOSE MECHANICS & BODY SHOP

#4 Kitch Apartment, Old Airport Road, Providenciales

MECHANIC HELPER

Applicants are to apply in person with a CV at Somewhere Café located at Coral Gardens Resort or email to: tbayley@ somewherecafeandlounge.com 649 941 8260

-$8.00 Hourly Assisting mechanic in completing preventive maintenance.

CONTACT: 243-4905

A work permit holder currently holds this position 28326

28277

LOWER BIGHT #25 Is seeking to employ a

MECHANIC BOAT

Service and perform maintenance on boats and other marine crafts. Salary: $9.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 344-0505

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 28321

SOKOL LTD.

#217 Long Bay Beach Drive, Providenciales. Is hiring

ONE GARDENER

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

QUALIFICATIONS • Must have knowledge of

gardening tools • Must have an understanding of safety precautions when using these tools • Must be flexible and able to work on weekends and holidays Salary: $21,600.00 per annum

INTERESTED APPLICANTS MUST HAVE A CLEAN POLICE RECORD AND SUBMIT THEIR APPLICATIONS WITH A COPY OF THEIR CV TO INFO@ SAUNDERS.TC AND TO THE T.C.I EMPLOYMENT SERVICES AND LABOUR DEPARTMENT. A WORK PERMIT HOLDER CURRENTLY HOLDS THIS POSITION 28302

THE BULLPEN CLUB

#3B Behind Ball Park, Kewtown. Is seeking to employ a

WAITRESS

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

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 331-1977

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

28320

WALKER CONSTRUCTION LTD.

Regent House, Suite F206, Regent Village, Grace Bay Is seeking to employ a

CARPENTER

Follow blueprints and building plans to meet the needs of clients. Install structures and fixtures, such as windows and molding. Measure, cut, or shape wood and other materials. Salary: $8.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 231-0360

Belongers are to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds these positions

28280

January 15-21, 2022 3 D'S AUTO PARTS AND GARAGE 20 SOUTH DOCK HOGHWAY PROVIDENCIALES TEL: 231-9717

AUTO MECHANIC

DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIRS TO VEHICLES. MUST SPEAK ENGLISH, SPANISH AND CREOLE. STARTING SALARY $2,000.00 MONTHLY

RENEWAL BELONGERS ONLY APPLY

28282

ALICE GIBSON

Airport Road, Providenciales Turks and Caicos Islands 649-231-2474 Is seeking to employer:

DOMESTIC WORKER

Wages $6.25 Job description: House whole duties, washing, cooking and cleaning BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGE TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD. THIS POSITION IS CURRENT HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER 28260

LINE COOK

• Must have 5 years or more ‘culinary experience • Prep food for Breakfast, lunch & Dinner • Experience in local and Caribbean foods is an asset • Must be able to prepare food according to set menus and recipes. Preparing, sauces / butchery and follow all food safe and hygiene rules.

• Basic Pastry, Culinary Arts Training, Skills will be an asset • Scheduling and time keeping reports • Assist with weekly inventory reporting and cost control • Cleaning area and equipment’s is necessary • Salary will be $8-$10 hourly.

SAIL SHADES CAFÉ & BAR, UNIT A103 SOUTH BANK MARINA PLAZA, PROVIDENCIALES. PLEASE COPY RESUME TO SAILSHADESINFO@GMAIL.COM OR CALL 649 -241 9209 28314

SERVER

Serving food and drinks to customers. Salary: $6.25 per hour CONTACT: 241-2070

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

28327

3 PLANT WORKERS

Must be able and willing to clean marine products, Conch, Lobster and Scale Fish.

Salary: $7.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 649-231-0293 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position

28319

Luc Apartment, The Bight, Leeward Highway Is seeking to employ a

New Permit for

#648 MILLENIUM HIGHWAY, BLUE HILLS, PROVIDENCIALES Is seeking to employ a

PROVO SEAFOOD LTD.

Five Cays, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

TRAVIS ADDERLY

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: 346-9818

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 28332

UFLY PARASAILING

Granny Hill, Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

Walkin Marine, Long Bay Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

BOAT CAPTAIN

Sweeping the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and other housework. Salary: $6.25 Hourly CONTACT: 245-2790 BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD A WORK PERMIT HOLDER CURRENTLY HOLDS THIS POSITION 28245

VICIOUS CUTZ

Lighthouse Road, Grand Turk. Is seeking to employ a

BARBER

Duties: Welcome clients as they arrive in the shop and engage them in conversation to determine their needs. Cut, Trim hair and beards or Giving shaves. Assume responsibility for The maintenance of Instruments and work Station. SALARY: $8.00 per hour

CONTACT: 431-7116

RA AND JH CONSTRUCTION

#20 Bible Road, Blue Hills Is seeking a

BACKHOE OPERATOR

Drives and manipulates the bucket of a backhoe to dig and move dirt, sand, and gravel.

Salary: $600.00 Weekly

CONTACT: 244-4542

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

28343

SABRINA PIERRE CHARLES

SAIL SHADES CAFÉ & BAR

TORTILLAS

CLASSIFIEDS 41

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

28308

Responsible for the safe operation of vessel and ensure that it is operated and crewed according to both company and legal guidelines. Salary: $10 hourly.

CONTACT: 341-2773

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

28304

RENOL PHILOXENE

SUBDIVISION ROAD, FIVE CAYS, PROVIDENCIALES Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

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

CONTACT: 344-2557

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

28328

RONAL SAINVILUS SOUTH DOCK ROAD Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

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

• To work 5 days a week.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 346-9919

BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD A WORK PERMIT HOLDER CURRENTLY HOLDS THIS POSITION 28261

D & M SALON

2nd Floor Sam Harvey BLDG. Downtown, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands Telephone: (649)244-0472/243-8486 IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A:

MASSAGE THERAPIST

TASK AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To clean and maintain service area • Sanitize oneself and clients upon, before and after treatments • Clean/Wash all appliances and work surfaces • Analyze and provide services based on clients needs and request • Maintain and provide a professional environment with clients

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Customer Service skills • Time management skills

• Organization skills • High school diploma or GED. • Sound knowledge of anatomy and different massage techniques.

• Certificate in Spa and Massage therapies

EXPERIENCE:

A minimum of Four (4) years’ experience working in a spa environment. And 10 working hours by a recognized organization having obtained a certificate.

SALARY: $ 1200.00 Monthly HOURS OF WORK: Monday-Friday, 10am-6pm and Sundays 10am-6pm

Applicants are encouraged to apply to the Labor Board. Belongers Need Only Apply

28267

PARKER’S QUALITY CONTRACTING 14 MILLENNIUM HIGHWAY, BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Cleaning yard and washing vehicles.

Salary: $6.50 Hourly

CONTACT: 231-9717

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 28243

SAMMY’S CONSTRUCTION

East Suburbs, Grand Turk. Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

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

CONTACT: 243-2928

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

28305

HEALTHY JUICE CAFE

MAXLIN GELCIUS

DOMESTIC WORKER

LABOURER & A MAINTENANCE MAN

Church Folly, 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

CONTACT: 244-9819

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

28307

West Road, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

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: 346-3638

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. These positions is currently held By a work permit holders. 28310

RAYMOND SIMMONS

MICHELLE M. FORBES

DOMESTIC WORKER

DOMESTIC WORKER

Moore’s Alley, 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

CONTACT: 242-1678

Belongers are encouraged to Send a copy of their resume To the Labour Board. This Position is currently held by a work permit holder. 28306

Back Salina, 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

CONTACT: 346-9064

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

28309

42 CLASSIFIEDS ACE PLUMBING

ALIO CHARLES

#21 BLACK CROW ROAD Is seeking to employ a

Five Cays Subdivision #8 Is seeking to employ a

PLUMBER HELPER RENEWAL

DRIVER

INSTALLING, FITTING, CUTTING PLUMBING PIPES. MUST BE WILLING TO WORK 6 DAYS PER WEEK SALARY $9.0 PER HOUR CONTACT: 649-245-8046 QUALIFIED BELONGERS ARE ASKED TO SUBMIT A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOR DEPARTMENT A WORK PERMIT HOLDER CURRENTLY HOLDS THIS POSITION. 28462

January 15-21, 2022

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

RESPONSIBLE FOR TRANSPORTING EITHER CARGO OR PASSENGER SAFELY FROM ONE LOCATION TO ANOTHER. SALARY: $10.00 HOURLY

CONTACT: 649-243-1729 BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD 28447

ANDY LIGHTBOURNE

BENCH CONTRACTORS

DOMESTIC WORKER

DOMESTIC WORKER

South Suburbs Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

Regular Housekeeping Which Includes Cleaning, Mopping Dusting, Sweeping And Assist With Caring For An Elder Person Any Other Chores As Needed. Salary: $6.50 Hourly

Blue Hills, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

Sweeping the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and other housework. Salary: $7.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 244-4724

CONTACT: 649-345-7484

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

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

28431

CORE MOBILITY

28387

DANIEL WILLIAMS

AYA CONSTRUCTION

#12 Musgrove Hill, Kew Town Is seeking to employ a

CARPENTER Follow blueprints and building plans to meet the needs of clients. Install structures and fixtures, such as windows and molding. Measure, cut, or shape wood, plastic, and other materials. Salary: $450 weekly

CONTACT: 247-1314 Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board This position is for renewal of work permit

AYA CONSTRUCTION #12 Musgrove Hill, Kew Town Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

MASON

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

Mixes mortar; lays bricks and stones and/or concrete sidewalks; makes and repairs steps and plasters. Must be willing to work 6 days per week Salary: $10.00 per hour

CONTACT: 247-1314

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board

28432

DENESIA GRAY

28437

C.H VARIETY

CLEOLA JANESTA BEEN The Bight Is seeking to employ a

Blue Heron Drive, South Dock Is seeking to employ a

Bottle Creek, North Caicos Is seeking to employ a

Prospect #10, Cooper Jack Is seeking to employ a

Central Square, Leeward Highway Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

DOMESTIC WORKER

CAR RENTAL SALES AGENT

FARMER

DOMESTIC WORKER

DOMESTIC WORKER

Silverado, South Dock Road Is seeking to employ a

Sweeping, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, and other work. Must be willing to work 5 days a week.

Salary: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: 649-345-2165 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder 28386

DOREEN COALBROOKE / RONALD WALKIN Grandview #7, Long Bay Is seeking to employ a

DRIVER

Fetching and welcoming clients at the beginning of their trip. Loading and unloading clients' possessions, as required. Traveling via the most efficient routes, unless otherwise directed. Complying with road regulations at all times. Salary: $400.00 Weekly

• Checking in Guests.

• Car rental store fares.

• Delivering and receiving vehicles.

• Must be Bilingual (Spanish preferred).

• Salary: $7.00 hourly

CONTACT: 242-8372

CONTACT: 941-3966

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

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

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

ENOCK NELSON

DRS BUILDING LTD

28452

ELLENOR SMITH

Juba Sound, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

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

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

28454

Archie Morley, Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

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

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 345-9046

CONTACT: 441-4072

CONTACT: 348-0945

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

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

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

GEORGE WASHINGTON HINSON Airport Road, Kew Town Is seeking to employ a

GOOD DEAL BUILDERS #378 South Dock Is seeking to employ a

ISLAND CLASSIC COOKING

DOMESTIC WORKER

PROFESSIONAL PLUMBER

28422

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

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 347-8287 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28444

Cultivate, plant and harvest crops and maintain the grounds.

Salary: $1000-1200 monthly

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

28395

Interprets blueprints and building specifications to map layout for pipes, drainage systems, and other plumbing materials. Installs pipes and fixtures, such as sinks and toilets. Installs supports for pipes, equipment, and fixtures prior to installation.

Salary: $13 hourly

CONTACT: 247-6320 Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28419

28430

Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

KITCHEN ASSISTANT Preparing the workstation for the cook. Keeping the kitchen area clean and tidy at all times.

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 345-7876 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28461

CONTACT: 243-1018 OR 247-1531

28464

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: 649-244-8820 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position

ESENCIA LTD.

#27 Long Bay Hills Beach, Long Bay Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

DOMESTIC WORKER

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

To work 5 days a week.

Salary: $1,200 monthly

CONTACT: 242-5334 OR 331-8843

CONTACT: 245-6717

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

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

ISLAND FRESH PRODUCE COMPANY LTD.

ISNA MENE-TIMENY

28414

South Dock Road, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

2 FARMERS

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: 244-1821 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

28459

Shore Club Road, Long Bay 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.

To work 5 days a week.

Salary: $7.50 hourly

DONJON

28412

28435

EXTRAORDINARY MINDS LEARNING CENTER

13 Aviation Drive, Five Cays Road Is seeking to employ a

SPECIAL NEEDS TEACHER - $1,800 MONTHLY To tutor students with special needs. Must be willing to work 5 days a week.

ASSISTANT SPECIAL NEEDS TEACHER - $1,200 MONTHLY To assist special needs teachers and students with domestic duties and day care

CONTACT: 232-3037 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28426

J & A WELDING

Kew Town Is seeking to employ a

#28 Timber Cres Street, Kew Town Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

WELDER

Cleaning, tractor driving, general handiwork, tending to livestock, ploughing, planting and harvesting crops.

Must be willing to work 6 days a week.

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: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 431-0645

CONTACT: 347-2885

CONTACT: 649-245-8566 OR 649-342-6658

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

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

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

28394

28451

Fabricate and assemble metal structures and equipment using welders, cutters, and shapers and measuring tools.

Salary: $8 hourly

28417

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JOSEPH JOHN Five Cays #28 Is seeking to employ a

KLEAN & KUTE KNAILS (SALON)

Indian Bazaar, Airport Road 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

3 NAIL TECHNICIANS

Basic manicures, artificial nails, gel nails, hand massages, nail fills, nail repair, and nail polishing.

Pedicures and the application of acrylic toenails.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 649-348-7082

CONTACT: 332-6772

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

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

28449

28418

MR. GROUPER

LA FAMILIA RESTAURANT

MARIE MORLEY

L.A.F. CONSTRUCTION

#8 Ball Park Lane, Kew Town Is seeking to employ a

Archie Morley, Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

JUSTO LANDSCAPING

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

Long Bay, 159 Bird Rock St. Is seeking to employ a

BAKER

LABOURER

PAINTER

2 FARMERS-$300.00 WEEKLY

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

Salary: $300 weekly

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

Apply paints, stains, and coatings to interior and exterior walls, new buildings, homes, offices and other structural surfaces.

Salary: $10 hourly

CONTACT: 341-1051

CONTACT: 342-1520

This position is for a first time applicant Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28455

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28428

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

OSCAR TALBOT

OUT LINERS BARBER SHOP

OLIN’S WATER DELIVERY

#73 Princess Drive, Lower Bight Is seeking to employ a

#19 Timber Crest, Kew Town Is seeking to employ a

MAINTENANCE MAN

MECHANIC

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: $10.00 per hour

CONTACT: 649-332-2621 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28424

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: $15.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 344-2416

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28456

Thompson Cove, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

Duties include Sweeping & Mopping Floors, Meal preparation, Laundry, and Ironing of Clothes, carrying out other housework. Work 6 days per week. Hourly Rate $6.25 per hour

SEND RESUME TO OSCARTALBOT@GMAIL.COM Belongers are encouraged to apply to the labor board.

This new position

28399

28429

Oj Caicos Glass Building, Industrial Park, Unit #7 Is seeking to employ a

BARBER

Cutting, trimming, shampooing, and styling hair, trimming beards, or giving shaves. Must have at least 1-year experience.

Work flexible hours including weekends and holidays Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 332-9606 Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28411

QUANTITY SURVEYOR

• • • • • • • •

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Review architectural plans and prepare quantity needs Estimate the quantity and costs of materials Prepare contracts and documents Set budgets for payments, inventory needs, and materials Track changes in plans or constructions; update budgets Negotiate with contractors and subcontractors Act as a liaison between clients and site managers/engineers Identify potential financial or construction risks.

Advise clients on improvements, strategies, and/or estimated costs Prepare payments for contractors and subcontractors Document progress, materials, and reports on project Utilize software to calculate, record, and track inventory and estimates, proficiency in plan swift, Procore and Blue beam is essential.

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in quantity surveying 5-10 years of quantity surveying experience, financial experience, and construction experience Proficient in computer skills and Microsoft Office Suite, including Microsoft projects Able to analyze financial records and apply data to improved results Strong aptitude for numbers, spreadsheets, and financial reports Experienced at compiling and following strict budgets; strong estimating and financial analysis skills In-depth understanding of construction, materials, pricing, and industry Able to analyze problems and strategize for better solutions SALARY: $1600/WEEKLY

3 FARMERS ASSISTANT-$300.00 WEEKLY Assisting the farmers in cleaning, tractor driving, general handiwork, tending to livestock, ploughing, planting and harvesting crops.

CONTACT: 232-3037 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28425

PELICAN BEACH HOTEL

PORT ATLANTIC CONSTRUCTION Yvon Petit Yard, Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

MAINTENANCE WORKER

LABOURER

Whitby, North Caicos 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: $8.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 649-245-9449

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28388

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

Salary: $275 weekly

CONTACT: 346-6622

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28389

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

• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Collaborate with engineers, architects etc. to determine the specifications of the project.

Negotiate contracts with external vendors to reach profitable agreements.

Determine needed resources (manpower, equipment, and materials) from start to finish with attention to budgetary limitations.

Plan all construction operations and schedule intermediate phases to ensure deadlines will be met.

Acquire equipment and material and monitor stocks to timely handle inadequacies.

Hire contractors and other staff and allocate responsibilities.

Supervise the work of all construction team members and give guidance when needed.

Evaluate progress and prepare detailed progress reports.

Ensure adherence to all health and safety standards and report issues.

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS Proven experience as construction project manager, minimum 10 years’ experience managing projects greater then USD $15 MIL. In-depth understanding of construction procedures and material and project management principles Familiarity with quality and health and safety standards Good knowledge of MS Office, MS Projects Familiarity with construction/ project management software Procore and Blue Beam Outstanding communication and negotiation skills Excellent organizational and time-management skills A team player with leadership abilities SALARY: $2000/WEEKLY

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

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

CONTACT: 343-6168

Tractor driving, general handiwork, tending to livestock, ploughing, planting and harvesting crops.

SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER

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

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CONTACT: NORSTAR GROUP LTD. UNIT 2C COURTYARD PLAZA, PROVIDENCIALES PHONE:(649) 941-3600 EMAIL:PCHAPLIN@NORSTARGROUP.TC 28409

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

28410

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January 15-21, 2022

Lendore competed for Trinidad and Tobago at the Tokyo Olympics last year.

Terence Crawford’s promotional contract with Top Rank expired after his last fight in November.

Olympic medallist Deon Lendore dies aged 29

Crawford files lawsuit against former promoter and accuses Bob Arum of ‘racial bias’

DEON Lendore, an Olympic and world championship medallist from Trinidad and Tobago, died in a car accident in Texas on Monday. He was 29.

According to Texas A&M University, for whom Lendore had worked as a volunteer assistant coach over the past two seasons, the sprinter was returning home from practice when he was involved in an automobile accident.

Lendore competed at three Olympic Games and ran the anchor leg of the men’s 4x400m relay final at the 2012 Olympics in London as his country won bronze.

He won silver in the same event at the 2015 World Championships in Beijing, before claiming individual bronze medals in the 400m at the 2016 and 2018 World Indoor Championships.

“Words cannot adequately express our sadness at the devastating and untimely loss of 3x Olympian and Olympic and World Championship bronze medallist Deon Lendore who has been an inspiration and motivation to us all both on an (sic) off the track,” said a statement from the Trinidad and Tobago Olympic Committee.

“Deon has flown the Trinidad and Tobago flag with pride, honour, patriotism and an indomitable will throughout his career while helping and inspiring many.”

Lendore competed at his third Olympics in Tokyo last year, placing eighth with Trinidad and Tobago in the 4x400m final and reaching the 400m semi-finals. He also finished third in the 400m final at the Diamond League in Zurich last September.

He was training as a professional

athlete under contract with Puma while serving as a volunteer assistant coach in Texas.

“We are deeply saddened by the passing of Deon Lendore, who has been a part of the PUMA Family since 2017,” said a statement from the sportswear company.

“We are honoured that he had chosen us to be by his side for a large part of his successful track & field career. Our thoughts are with his family. Rest in peace, Deon.”

In a statement sent to CNN, the Texas Department of Public Safety said three vehicles were involved in the collision in Milam County and that an investigation is still active and open.

Lendore was pronounced dead on the scene, while another driver was transported to a medical centre for incapacitating injuries. (CNN)

WBO welterweight champion Terence Crawford has filed a lawsuit against his former promoter Top Rank, alleging that “revolting racial bias” on the part of chief executive Bob Arum damaged his career.

Crawford, 34, left Top Rank in November 2021 after his contract expired, having first signed with the promoter in 2011.

His suit, which seeks over £3.9m ($5.4m) in damages, was described as “frivolous” by Arum, 90, who has worked with the likes of Muhammad Ali, George Foreman and Tyson Fury in his career.

Crawford is alleging breach of contract as well as fraudulent and negligent misrepresentation, and claims Arum and Top Rank failed to follow through on promises to secure a unification fight with Errol Spence Jr. The Nebraska fighter has been chasing a fight with WBC and IBF

champion Spence Jr for several years and alleges he had an agreement with Top Rank in 2019 that he would receive a £655,000 ($900,000) payment if the company failed to make an offer “in good faith” to Spence Jr by the end of 2020.

He also alleges Arum “continues to make racist and bigoted statements and purposefully damage the reputations of black boxers”.

Arum released a statement responding to the allegations.

“Bud Crawford’s lawsuit against Top Rank is frivolous,” Arum said.

“His vile accusations of racism are reckless and indefensible. He knows it, and his lawyer knows it. I have spent my entire working life as a champion of black boxers, Latino boxers, and other boxers of colour.

I have no doubt the court will see Crawford’s case for the malicious extortion attempt that it is.”

Novak Djokovic: World number one ‘playing by his own rules’ – Tsitsipas NOVAK Djokovic is “playing by his own rules” and has made vaccinated tennis players “look like fools”, world number four Stefanos Tsitsipas has said.

Record nine-time winner and top seed Djokovic, 34, remains in the Australian Open draw as the decision over whether the defending champion can stay in the country drags on.

“For sure, he’s been playing by his own rules and has been doing what not many players had the guts to do,” Greece’s Tsitsipas told India’s WION news channel.

“Especially after the ATP announced certain criteria for players to enter the country.”

Djokovic, who is unvaccinated,

had his visa revoked when he arrived in Australia last week, following questions over the vaccine exemption that would have permitted him to enter.

However, on Monday a judge overturned the decision and ordered his release from an immigration detention hotel after finding that border officials had not followed proper procedure.

In an Instagram post on Wednesday, Djokovic admitted to meeting a L’Equipe journalist on 18 December despite knowing he had tested positive for Covid, as well as there being mistakes on his immigration forms.

Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison held a news conference

to update the country about the coronavirus pandemic on Thursday, although he declined to say when a decision about Djokovic might be made.

Tsitsipas, who lost to Djokovic in last year’s French Open final, added: “No-one really thought they could come to Australia unvaccinated and not having to follow the protocols... it takes a lot of daring to do and putting the Grand Slam at risk, which I don’t think many players would do.

“I chose to go and be 100% ready for whatever was to come and not have to think about anything else.”

The ATP, which governs men’s tennis, has said 97 of the top 100 male players are vaccinated.

American world number 93

Djokovic (right) beat Tsitsipas in last year’s French Open final, denying the Greek player his maiden major title.

Tennys Sandgren told reporters earlier this month that he had pulled out of the Australian Open because of the vaccine mandate and he opted not to apply for a medical exemption.

Asked if Djokovic should defend his title at Melbourne Park next week, Tsitsipas said: “There are two ways to look at it. One way is

that almost every single player is vaccinated and did what they had to do in order to come and perform and play in Australia.

“On the other sense, it seems not everyone is playing by the rules...a very small [minority] chose to follow their own way, which kind of makes the majority look like fools.”

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The Ashes: Joe Root wants Chris Silverwood to remain as head coach ENGLAND captain Joe Root wants Chris Silverwood to remain as head coach despite the Ashes defeat in Australia this winter.

The tourists are 3-0 down in the five-match series, with the final Test in Hobart starting on Friday at 04:00 GMT. Silverwood is back with the squad after missing the drawn fourth Test in Sydney because of Covid-19.

Asked if he would like Silverwood, 46, to remain in charge, Root said: “Yes, I would.”

He added: “It was a difficult week for the group of players with him not being around.

“But the performances we put in during the first three games, I feel we’ve let him and the coaches

down to a degree. We’ve not played anywhere near the level we’re capable of.”

England suffered nine Test defeats in 2021, including some heavy losses in a one-sided Ashes series.

They travel to face West Indies for a three-Test series in March before hosting New Zealand, India and South Africa in the English summer.

Silverwood has been in his role since October 2019, but has had to shuffle his resources because of Covid bubbles, player welfare and injuries.

“He’s very calm, he has the respect of the guys and he’s got a desperation to see everyone do well or up-skill the players as best he can,” Root said

Silverwood (left) has been in charge since October 2019.

“He’s had a very difficult time of it with the environments we’ve been living in, trying to manage winning matches with bubble environments away from home, and multi-format players trying to prepare for an Ashes and a World Cup. “For a long time we’ve not been able to put our best teams out because we’ve been constantly trying to make sure from a mental wellbeing point of view everyone is looked after properly, because of the schedule we’ve dealt with over two years.”

Australia have confirmed struggling batter Marcus Harris will not play in the day-night fifth Test, with Usman Khawaja replacing him as David Warner’s opening partner.

Khawaja, who made two centuries in Sydney, moves up the order to accommodate the return of Travis Head, who missed the fourth Test because of Covid.

Harris, 29, has passed 50 only once in the first four Tests, making a dogged 76 in Australia’s innings victory in Melbourne in the third Test.

“I think he knew was it was coming,” Cummins said. “The message to Harry is we think he is going really well. It’s really tough on him.

“It’s not too often someone comes in and hits two hundreds in the same game. But Marcus has been really good. He’s been growing with each game. He was a huge part in how we won that MCG Test with a crucial innings.

“So he’s certainly part of the future. We’ll keep investing in him.”

(BBC)

As well as his two Masters titles, Watson won five Open Championships and one US Open.

Watson: Two-time Masters winner joins Nicklaus and Player as honorary starter TOM Watson has been named as an honorary starter at the Masters, along with Jack Nicklaus and Gary Player.

The 72-year-old American won the Masters in 1977 and 1981, two of eight majors in a glittering career.

Watson will take part in the ceremonial opening tee shot at the tournament scheduled for 7-10 April at Augusta, a tradition which began in 1963.

“I am greatly honoured to join my friends and fellow competitors, Jack and Gary,” Watson said.

The Watson-Nicklaus rivalry produced some epic spectacles at majors, with Watson beating the sixtime winner Nicklaus by two shots in 1977 to take the first of his Green Jackets.

“In both of my victories, Jack was on my heels. And when Gary won his third tournament in 1978, I was

there to help him put on the Green Jacket,” said Watson.

“Moments like those stand out in my career, and the opportunity to share the honorary starter tradition with Jack, Gary and the Masters patrons will be very special.

“Augusta National in April is one of my favourite places to be, with many fond memories of both watching the Masters as a youngster and then competing in the tournament for so many years.”

As well as his two victories at Augusta, Watson also finished runner-up on three occasions, and made his last competitive start at the Masters in 2016, some 45 years after he first joined the PGA Tour.

Nicklaus and Player had traditionally been joined as honorary starters by fellow legend Arnold Palmer, until Palmer’s death in 2016.

(BBC)

Emile Cairess won bronze in the 10,000m in the European Under-23 Championship in 2019.

Emile Cairess: Yorkshire runner matches Mo Farah’s British record 10,000m time EMILE Cairess said he had “mixed emotions” after he matched Mo Farah’s British record for the 10,000m in Valencia on Sunday.

The 24-year-old Leeds City runner ran 27 minutes 44 seconds to equal the time Farah ran in London in 2010.

“I was really excited to achieve such a quick time and match the record but it would have been nice to just to have taken it,” he told BBC Look North.

“It gives me a lot of confidence

that I can make the next step.”

He added: “This summer I ran 27:53 on the track and my training was going better the past few weeks than it was before that race so I thought I could definitely improve by 10 to 15 seconds. For it to come to fruition was really nice.”

Cairess, who is now going to Kenya for a month of warm weather training, said his goal for the year is to compete in one of the major championships.

Olympic 800m silver medallist

Keely Hodgkinson and triathlon champions Alistair and Jonny Brownlee are among the other athletes who train at Leeds City.

“It’s great to train alongside the team that are here,” Cairess said.

“There’s an Olympic medallist and an Olympic finalist and it’s really inspiring and gives you a lot of confidence that they’re training in the same environment and doing similar things to you so you hope you can achieve what they have.”

(BBC)

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Tom Brady launches new athletic clothing brand TAMPA Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady launched his own clothing line Wednesday, and has inked deals with a host of college athletes to endorse the brand, dubbed “Brady.”

The new label offers “technical apparel for training and living” according to its website, and the products listed range in price from $20 socks to a $395 parka.

Brady, who won six Super Bowl titles with the New England Patriots before joining the Bucs in 2020 and winning another, has not only seen enormous success in the NFL but

also through his endorsements of several products during his lengthy career. But the Brady brand is his own.

The superstar quarterback, hailed by many as the “GOAT,” partnered with Jens Grede to build the brand. Grede has already built three multimillion-dollar fashion empires, including two separately for Kardashian sisters Kim and Khloe.

The creative director for Brady’s line is Dao-Yi Chow, who designed New York brand Public School.

“I thought about launching an apparel brand for a lot of years and

Brady won six Super Bowl titles with the New England Patriots before joining the Bucs in 2020.

we wanted this one, with Jens and Dao, to be perfect,” Brady told fashion outlet WWD in an interview published earlier this week. “We wanted to be sure we really nailed it and got it right. I’m closer to the end of my football career but at the same time, [I want to do] things that

are fun.”

Brady has no shortage of college athletes signed on as ambassadors, now that the NCAA has allowed them to profit off their own names, images, and likenesses.

Nine athletes have signed on, including Michigan quarterback Cade McNamara and Georgia wide receiver George Pickens, along with

Jackson State quarterback Shedeur Sanders, whose famous NFL father Deion Sanders currently serves as his head coach.

But it isn’t just football players that Brady has signed. The brand has also brought on college tennis players Patrick Zahraj of UCLA and Andrew Fenty of University of Michigan. (Fox)

The Rodchenkov Act - signed into law in 2020 - allows prosecutors to pursue individuals involved in doping schemes at events featuring US athletes.

Eric Lira: US prosecutors issue first charge under Rodchenkov Act PROSECUTORS have charged the first person under the Rodchenkov Act after a man allegedly supplied drugs to athletes at the Tokyo Olympics.

Eric Lira, a therapist from Texas, allegedly distributed multiple drugs including human growth hormone.

Prosecutors said his actions were “for the purpose of corrupting the Games”.

The Rodchenkov Act - signed into law in 2020 - allows prosecutors to pursue individuals involved in

doping schemes at events featuring US athletes.

Prison sentences of up to 10 years can be administered, as well as fines of up to $1m (£730,000).

The law is named after Russian whistleblower Grigory Rodchenkov, who fled Russia after being involved in the country’s state-sponsored doping of athletes.

Lira - who has been taken into federal custody - is the first person charged under the act and he is also

accused of conspiring with others to violate America’s drug misbranding and adulteration laws.

He allegedly obtained “misbranded” versions of drugs which are widely banned throughout competitive sport from sources in Central and South America before issuing them to athletes in the US. The maximum term of imprisonment for conspiring to violate the misbranding laws is five years. (BBC)

Dane van Niekerk led South Africa to the semi-finals of the 2017 World Cup.

Women’s Cricket World Cup: Dane van Niekerk ruled out by freak injury SOUTH Africa captain Dane van Niekerk has been ruled out of the Women’s World Cup after slipping on a wet floor at home and breaking her ankle.

The 28-year-old all-rounder is expected to be sidelined for up to 12 weeks.

The World Cup, which is being held in New Zealand, begins on 4 March with South Africa’s first match against Bangladesh taking place a day later.

Van Niekerk averages 36 with the bat and 19 with the ball in 107 oneday internationals. (BBC)

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Chris Wood: Newcastle sign New Zealand striker from Burnley for £25m NEWCASTLE United have signed New Zealand striker Chris Wood from Burnley for £25m.

The 30-year-old has agreed a contract at St James’ Park until the end of the 2023-24 season.

Magpies boss Eddie Howe targeted attacking reinforcements after Callum Wilson was ruled out for eight weeks with a calf injury.

“This is massive opportunity and club, and something I couldn’t turn down,” said Wood.

Wood is Newcastle’s second signing this month following Kieran Trippier’s arrival from Atletico Madrid.

It had been thought Burnley would not sell the player to a Premier League relegation rival, but Newcastle triggered the release clause in his Clarets contract.

“It wasn’t an easy decision,” said Wood. “I spent four and a half great years [at Burnley]. Every single year I really enjoyed myself there. My team-mates, the staff, the club as a whole was fantastic.

“To be honest, I wish I’d left when Burnley were further up the

league, but that’s just how football is sometimes.

“For me, there was no bad blood at all. I enjoyed my time there.”

WOOD A GREAT FIT FOR MAGPIES - HOWE Wood, who was Burnley’s record signing when he arrived from Leeds for £15m in 2017, scored 53 goals in 165 games for the Clarets, including three in 17 league appearances this season.

The move leaves Burnley boss Sean Dyche with a major problem after losing one of his most experienced forward players.

The Turf Moor side and Newcastle are level on 11 points in 18th and 19th place in the top flight, although Burnley have two games in hand.

“Chris is an important signing for us at a crucial time and I’m very pleased we have been able to move quickly and bring him here,” said Howe.

“He is a very dangerous attacking threat, has a physicality and character that I really like, and he has vast experience in the Premier League.

Wood is Newcastle’s second signing this month after Kieran Trippier’s arrival from Atletico Madrid.

He will be a great fit for us.”

Wood could make his Newcastle debut in Saturday’s home game with Watford, who are two points above the Magpies in 17th.

‘I’LL COME BACK FROM INJURY WITH DIFFERENT MENTALITY’ It’s going to be good to have

new bodies in the building, add competition for places. A striker’s coming in the door which is exciting for me - I like it.

I’m going to come back [from injury] with a different mentality, but that’s what you need sometimes. You have to have that little boost to get you going again and keep you on your toes.

With me being out injured,

we need players that are Premier League-ready and I don’t think you’re going to get a better striker in the bottom half of the league than Chris Wood.

He’s a different profile than me, so I’m sure the manager has in his plans either to play us together or one at a time. He’ll be a great addition.

(BBC)

Heineken Champions Cup & Challenge Cup: British teams can travel to France

Scarlets are one of four British teams set to travel to France this weekend.

BRITISH teams can travel to France for European fixtures this weekend without quarantining after the French government relaxed travel restrictions.

From Friday morning, vaccinated UK travellers will no longer need a compelling reason to enter France or self-isolate on arrival.

It will not apply for nonvaccinated travellers.

Bath, Sale, Newcastle and Scarlets are due to play in France this weekend.

Players or staff who are not vaccinated would still have to isolate for 10 days upon arrival and, regardless of vaccination status, all travellers must have a negative Covid-19 test 24 hours before leaving the UK. Tournament organisers EPCR are yet to confirm matches will go ahead, but Sale director of rugby Alex Sanderson said on Wednesday

that his side would travel.

“I haven’t spoken to EPCR directly, but on the back of all the communication we’ve had this far, we are very positive,” he said.

“We have chartered a plane and sorted the hotel.”

Newcastle play at Biarritz in the Challenge Cup on Friday night. In the Heineken Champions Cup Bath face La Rochelle on Saturday, while Sale meet Clermont, and Scarlets play Bordeaux-Begles on Sunday.

The announcement allays fears that there would be further disruption to the Champions Cup and Challenge Cup as clubs were concerned about the 48-hour quarantine required upon arrival in France under previous regulations.

On Tuesday seven matches which were postponed in December because of French travel restrictions were cancelled and each team was awarded two match points. (BBC)

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PART TWO

A number of sporting entities re-started activities in 2021, but the events were restricted and curtailed due to the ongoing pandemic. Athletes, officials and even fans were forced to adapt to new measures. Despite the limitations, there were a number of positives in sport last year.

Tyrone Bishop was crowned back-to-back Coca-Cola Cycling Classic champion.

Akia Guerrier graduated with a degree from Kansas State University in August last year

Sonia Fulford was re-elected to serve on the FIFA Council for another four years.

History makers: The TCI U14 Girls’ team became the first football team from the TCI (male or female, junior or senior) to have competed in a final of a regional football tournament.

The TCI U15 Boys were flawless against the USVI.

JULY In July, the Turks and Caicos most decorated sport official, Sonia Fulford was re-elected to serve on the FIFA Council for another four years.

The TCI Football Association’s President ran unopposed for her position at the 35th CONCACAF Ordinary Congress, which was held at JW Turnberry in Miami, Florida.

Fulford said that she was excited and overwhelmed with the vote of confidence.

At home, the U15 male and female football teams made light work of the visiting United States Virgin Islands sides.

The girls won 8-1, 5-0 and 5-0, while the boys won 7-0, 2-0 and 6-0.

At the closing ceremony, TCI also walked away with four of the six individual awards.

Raven Marcellus (five goals) won the Golden Boot award in the female battle, while Irener Molin was adjudged the Most Valuable Player (MVP). In the male division, Dornell Wiles (five goals) won the Golden Boot award and Davaughn Daniels, the MVP award.

Elsa Holmes from the USVI and Khalid Worrall were both awarded the Golden Glove awards for stopping the onslaught of the TCI attacks.

At the U17 level, the Provo Eagles were crowned

champions of the inaugural Fortis TCI Elite Boys U17 Youth League.

It was however Louis Sandro from the second place Provo Lions that won the Golden Boot award (18 goals) and the MVP award.

Samuel Harvey from the Provo Jaguars (third-place finishers) won the Golden Glove award.

In track and field, national record holders Tanesia Gardiner and Antwon Walkin won bronze medals at the NACAC U18 Championships, in Costa Rica. Gardiner won in the 3000 metres (12:44.41) and Antwon in the shot put (14.20M).

Rayyon Walkin also travelled with the side, he finished four in the preliminary round of the high jump with a leap of 1.70M and returned with a 22.52s 200M run (fourth in his heat).

AUGUST In August, ace cyclist Tyrone Bishop defended his title in the Providenciales Coca-Cola Cycling Classic.

It was the first time in the competition’s history that a cyclist was crowned back-to-back champion.

Cyclists competed in three divisions: Elite, Masters and Masters II. The first two battled over 64 miles and the

Masters II riders over 55 miles.

Bishop was the overall champion and the first Elite rider across the line, while Dan Redmond, who finished second overall, captured the Masters title.

Kenneth Grant crossed the line third and finished as Masters II champion.

In August, national sprinter Akia Guerrier graduated with a degree in business administration from Kansas State University.

The 22-year-old, who is one of the fastest females in the TCI, said that she was hopeful of returning to the track following an ankle injury. She is also hopeful of giving back to the TCI. At home, TCI elite athletes: long jumper Ifeanyi Otuonye, sprinter Delano Williams and sprinter/hurdler Yanique Haye-Smith held an Elite Development Track and Field Summer Camp. The elite athletes were supported

by Olympic high jump gold medallist Erik Kynard Jr, and six-time Jamaican national high jump champion and Pan American Games’ medallist Kimberly Williamson.

The event was well received by young Turks Islanders.

In football, The TCI Girls created history by finishing with a silver medal at the Caribbean Football Union (CFU) U14 Challenge Series which was held in the Dominican Republic.

They defeated Curacao 2-0, St Kitts and Nevis 2-1 and drew with the US Virgin Islands 0-0, before falling to Aruba

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Billy Forbes was selected in the USL Team of the Week in August.

Teachers FC were crowned as Apertura champions.

TCIRFU enhanced their preparations in September for the 2021 Rugby Americas North (RAN) Sevens.

The TCIRFU senior national team defeated Curacao 17-7 and Belize 24-0. (Lloyd Inwards photo)

in the final.

On the international scene, national captain Billy Forbes was selected by the United Soccer League (USL) for their Team of the Week in mid-August. Forbes was one of three forwards selected and the only player from Miami Football Club.

SEPTEMBER In September, Provo Golf Club’s Ladies Champion, Brooke Rivers accepted a golf scholarship to the Wake Forest University in North Carolina.

The 16-year-old, who has represented both the TCI and home nation Canada, is expected to join the prestigious Women’s Golf Programme at Wake Forest in August of 2023.

In September, the Turks and Caicos Islands Rugby Football Union (TCIRFU) also advanced their preparation for the 2021 Rugby Americas North (RAN) Sevens.

The rugby union, which also hosted the prestigious event, got the national team ready by using the services of former Head Coach of the USA HSSA 7s & 15s (2010-2018) sides, Salty Thompson.

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OCTOBER In early October, Teachers FC won the Apertura trophy in the TCIFA Women’s Football League.

Teachers FC ended their 10 games on 24 points with eight wins and two losses. In their final playing game for 2021, they defeated the Sharks 6-2 after Raven Marcellus fired in five goals.

Cheshire Hall finished the year on 22 points after recording seven wins and a draw.

The Clausura part of the league is scheduled to start this month.

In school football, Clement Howell High School defeated HJ Robinson High 3-0 in the final of the Inter Scholastic Football Championship.

Mike Legerme, who sealed the win, finished with five goals, which earned him the Golden Boot award and the overall MVP trophy.

HJ Robinson’s goalie Breanko Jean finished with the Golden Glove award.

When the TCIRFU hosted the RAN Sevens in midOctober, they received numerous praises from the visiting officials.

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Niall Brooks, General Manager of Rugby Americas North said “Thank you Turks & Caicos Islands Rugby for an outstanding weekend of rugby. The effort and hard work in setting up the Meridian Fields all paid off and is a credit to all those involved. Can’t wait to have another tournament in TCI soon”.

John Weale, Head Referee Rugby Americas North noted that “This has been the best organised rugby tournament I have been involved with in the last ten years. Great job TCI right from the greeting by Aussie and Tourist board staff at the airport to the final whistle”.

TCI also fared well on the pitch, they had a few close games and defeated Curacao 17-7 and Belize 24-0. The national team’s scrum-half number 9, Mark De Frain, was later named on the RAN’s Dream Team.

In cycling, Sean Rodgers emerged victorious in the Tour of the Turks and Caicos cycling road race. The five-stage event was reduced to four races since Stage Three in North Caicos was cancelled due to mechanical problems with the boat.

In the end, the cyclists battled in two time trials and two distance races in Provo.

Although Rodgers, who has been in form, was adjudged

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Kurt Rivers dominated the male division of the Provo Golf Club’s 28th annual Club Championship in November.

The Provo Hockey League returned in November after a lengthy break due to the pandemic.

A number of athletes competed in the Inter-School Road Race.

the overall winner, it was not a flawless victory as he lost one of the stages to Matthew Williams.

Overall, Daniel Redmond finished second and Williams third.

NOVEMBER The Rivers siblings, Brooke and Kurt, emerged victorious in the Provo Golf Club’s 28th annual Club Championship in November.

Sixteen-year-old Brooke, who played with a -6 handicap finished with an overall gross score of 145 after registering 74 and 71 over the two rounds. She registered a net score of 157.

Second place in the Ladies’ first flight was won by Andrea Todd (handicap 3), who registered scores of 78 and 75 for an overall gross score of 154 (net 147).

Meanwhile, Kurt, who won the 15-and-under category at the 33rd Caribbean Junior Golf Championship in the Dominican Republic over the 2021 summer, surged to victory in the Men’s division.

Playing in the first flight, Rivers, with a -1 handicap, finished with rounds of 74 and 73 for an overall gross score of 147 (net 149).

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Keith Burant was re-elected as President of the TCIRFU late last year.

Olympic Construction won the Youth Basketball League 14U title.

Second place was won by Ted Bayley (handicap 5), who finished with gross scores of 81 and 80 (161 overall).

Also in November, North America snapped the International Team’s four-year winning streak with a onepoint victory in the Turks & Caicos Sotheby’s International Realty 29th Annual Provo Ryder Cup. Some 48 golfers battled in the 18.5 to 17.5 win.

The International Team are still comfortably ahead 20-9 over the impressive 29-year history of the tournament.

In the Gilley’s Enterprises Provo Premier League, the Blue Hills FC needled the SWA Sharks to win the Apertura trophy.

Striker Peterson Pluvoise scored a 50th-minute penalty, in the 1-0 win.

After a lengthy break, the Provo Hockey League (PHL) re-started in November at the Graceway Sports Centre.

The 2021-2022 season started with the Saunders and Co Greyhounds recording back-to-back opening victories.

Pro-active rugby President Keith Burant, who has revolutionised the sport in the TCI, was voted in for another term when the TCIRFU held its AGM in November.

Simon Taylor was voted in as Director of Rugby, Andrea Butler and Lisa French as Social Secretaries, Gareth Butler as Treasurer, Nik Hight as Secretary and Michael Williams as the Youth Development Officer.

Sean O’Neill took over as PRO, while Bobby Moxon

was re-elected as Captain and Kadis Simmons as the ViceCaptain.

In basketball, the Olympic Construction Warriors and Apex Solutions Flyers were crowned champions of the Youth Basketball League at the Gus Lightbourne Sports Complex court.

The two finals were contrasting. Apex Solutions won the 12-and-Under Championship by a single point (4443) against Island Pro Finish while Olympic Construction won the 14-and-Under by 11 points (39-28) against Apex Solutions.

In the younger age group, Jordan Dallas from Island Pro walked away with the league’s accolades. He finished as the league MVP, while he also won the Most Points and the Most Rebounds awards.

Leroy Hyman finished as the Playoff MVP, while Keith Cox was adjudged Coach of the Year.

Meanwhile, in the 14U division, the winners’ Isais Sejour finished as the Playoffs MVP while he also won the Most Rebound trophy.

Apex Solutions’ Dylon Morris was adjudged the League MVP, while he also won the overall scoring award. Alvarado Parker was named Coach of the Year.

In athletics, fifteen-and-under distance athletes Branary Rigby and Hency Gedeon both won their races in November to lift their school, Louis Garland Thomas High,

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The Provo Eagles won the Inter-Island Grassroots Football Festival U12 division.

PART TWO

The Sharks were crowned champions of the 2021 Provo Premier League (PPL) Cup in December.

The Grand Turk Dynamos won the Inter-Island Grassroots Football Festival U9 division.

to championship honours in the Inter-School Road Race, which was held in Providenciales.

Overall, Louis Garland Thomas High was the top finisher (average time 20:40.66) ahead of Marjorie Basden High School (21:57.22), Clement Howell High School (22:25.65), Precious Treasure International High School (22:52.40) and Alpha Christian Academy (23:50.56) in the top five battle.

In the 15U Girls Division, Rigby won in a time of 29:15.56. She was followed by Fredelyn Brave (29:34.26) from Alpha Christian Academy and Roniesha Johnson (30:15.30) from Louis Garland.

In the 15U Boys’ race, Gedeon registered a quick time of 19:38.10. Marco Williams (Marjorie Basden High) and Melique Williams (Louis Garland) both finished in 21:13.45 minutes.

Clement Howell gained their points from the 19-andUnder divisions.

In the female division, national athlete, Tanesia Gardiner (CHHS) finished in 22:21.44, comfortably ahead of Jenny Louis (25:32.98) who ran unattached.

In the male division, Jayden Davis from Precious Treasure International High stormed to the first position in 19:36.10 minutes.

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DECEMBER Like November, a number of events were held in December, including the Inter-Island Grassroots Football Festival in Provo, which finished with the Grand Turk Dynamos and the Provo Eagles as respective champions of the U9 and the U12 divisions.

In the U9 division, the Dynamos finished ahead of the South Caicos Mariners and the North Caicos Green Machine.

Midlyn Pierre from the Dynamos was adjudged the MVP and Golden Boot winner, while Reniel Green from the Mariners won the Golden Glove award.

Although the Eagles won the U12 division, the prizes were shared. Provo Jaguars’ Dawens Mesidort won the Golden Boot award, while his goalie Tony Francois won the Golden Glove prize.

The MVP award went to Azarie Brooks from the Dynamos. The Dynamos finished second overall, while the South Caicos Mariners finished third.

In senior football, the SWA Sharks were crowned champions of the Provo Premier League (PPL) Cup after defeating Beaches by a 3-0 margin in the final of the event.

Junior Paul, Brian Gregg and Ricardo Josilius had all scored for the winners in the championship clash.

At the international level, national footballer Marco

Marco Fenelus has been the most dominant player in the five-year history of Taiwan Football Premier League.

Fenelus, the most dominant Taiwan Football Premier League player ever, won his fifth consecutive title, this time with Tainan City FC. The 29-year-old also won the Golden Boot award.

At the administrative level, sport personality Dane Ritchie was selected as the new TCIFA Technical Director.

The former FIFA Assistant Referee said that he is on a mission to make football the number one sport in the TCI. In track, TCI’s top female sprinter/hurdler Yanique HayeSmith proved her dominance in middle distance running with a victory in the indoor 800M event at the KMS Opener at the Virginia Beach Sports Center in Virginia Beach.

Haye-Smith clocked 2:19.02s (a national record) to smoke her opponents from Virginia State in her 2021-2022 season opener.

In basketball, HJ Robinson registered a thrilling onepoint victory over Clement Howell High School in the final of the Inter-Scholastic Basketball League and 26th Annual Basketball Championship at the Gus Lightbourne Sports Complex court last month.

The star of the show was Davaurii Daniel, who shot his way to 22 points.

The eventual MVP also grabbed two steals and three rebounds in the championship clash.

Marjorie Basden High School pipped Maranatha Academy 64-62 in the third-place battle.

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