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Gov’t boasts $77.3m surplus – $6m to be carried over for infrastructure projects

The Turks and Caicos Islands Government generated a $77.3 million operating surplus for the financial year ending March 31, it announced on Wednesday (May 13).

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Breakdown in MOU talks with Haiti

BY DELANA ISLES

THE LONG talked about signing of a memorandum of understanding to tackle illegal migration among other things with Haiti seems to have broken down with little to no chance of the document seeing the light of day.

From all indications from Minister of Border Control and Employment, Don-Hue Gardiner, this seems to be case.

The revelation was made on Tuesday (May 14) when he told members of the House of Assembly that “there is not now any proposal for a memorandum of understanding with Haiti”.

Gardiner was at the time responding to a question on the status of the talks with the Haitian Government from Leader of the Opposition Sharlene Cartwright Robinson.

He said that having made the best endeavours to reach certain accommodations with the Government in Port-au-Prince and having experienced several shifting of the goal post as of when agreements were thought to have been reached, the Government of the Turks and Caicos Islands, and certainly he, has taken the view that it is unlikely they will come to any accommodations with the Haitian Government.

He added: “Because no agreement is better than a bad agreement.”

Efforts to reach Governor Peter Beckingham, whom Gardiner’s ministry was collaborating with to have the agreement signed, in order to ascertain if his office shares

Former Premier Michael Misick

Attorney Beryn Duncanson

Alleged delaying tactics in corruption case denied – As Privy Council rejects appeal

BY DELANA ISLES Minister of Border Control and Employment, Don-Hue Gardiner

Gardiner’s view of the futility of the situation, were unsuccessful up to press time.

The Haitian Consul or Chief de Mission in the TCI, Karlo Pelissier was also unreachable for comment on his Government’s position on the agreement.

The last the country heard of the elusive MOU was in November last year, when it was announced that the document is being finalised and would have been signed soon; soon being in December 2014.

Last November, Governor Beckingham had told the press that the MOU has been ironed out and

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agreed to, with an imminent signing by both countries.

During a November 13 visit to the neighbouring country, the Governor, Permanent Secretary Ministry of Border Control and Labour, Clara Gardiner, and Deputy Commander (Marine Division) Inspector Warrican travelled to Port au Prince at the invitation of the Haitian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

The visit was to finalise the document between the countries and discuss issues of common interest with the Haitian Government and other representatives in Port au Prince.

“I am pleased to say that the Haitian Government have agreed to the final text of an MOU. “This will be signed by representatives of the two Governments, after which we will release the text, and it will cover economic ties as well as illegal migration and people-to-people links,” the Governor said at the time.

The document targets areas such as immigration and mechanisms to be put in place to deter the illegal migration of Haitian nationals to the TCI. Other aspects of the document deal with the time frame for which people may be repatriated, the protocols to actually follow in those repatriations as well as things which the TCI Government expects the Government in Haiti to do to deter people from taking the treacherous 90 miles across the ocean to these shores.

A key component of the agreement is the establishment of a monitoring group, consisted of personnel from both countries, which would monitor the progress of the arrangements and how it is actually working to deter migrants and to ensure a safe and human repatriation of migrants.

THE JUDICIAL Committee of the Privy Council on Monday (May 11) denied an appeal for a jury trial by lawyers for the ten corruption accused.

And local lawyer for chief defendant Michael Misick has denied that the slew of appeals and challenges in the run up to the December trial are mere ineffectual delaying tactics by the defendants.

In an invited comment, attorneyat-law Beryn Duncanson told the Weekly News on Thursday (May 14) that the questions being raised are real questions of law and which any defendant in any matter, civil or criminal, is entitled to take.

“They are not fanciful made up points or they couldn’t possibly get leave to appeal. One has to realise that these are very real legal issues, and not just last ditch efforts to delay the process,” Misick’s local counsel said.

He said it is unfortunate that the stronger of the appeals the defendants have raised is still yet to come.

“In my opinion the weaker of the several appeals was the first one that went forth to the Privy Council, but they were still legitimate questions of law.”

The stronger, according to Duncanson, is the appeal of Justice Paul Harrison’s refusal to recuse himself in February, when the issue of statements he made in his capacity as chairman of an anti-corruption (integrity) commission in Jamaica were raised by defence lawyers.

Harrison reportedly told a Jamaican select committee that it is his personal view that gifts to parliamentarians should be classified by parliament as “presumptively unlawful,” an issue that is central to the trial of Misick and his codefendants.

Although the judge had not granted leave for the defendants to appeal his decision not to recuse

himself, the defendants still have the right to appeal to the Court of Appeal for leave to be heard.

This is expected to occur when the court meets on May 26.

“As the trial judge, he is conflicted with his position as the chairman of the Jamaican Integrity Commission where he has publicly expressed views that mirror the facts in our case,” Duncanson said.

He added that this point is likely to go all the way up to the Privy Council, because given Harrison’s background the significant question of whether he is fit to try the case without a jury is needs to be answered.

The lawyer said that the defendants have also filed (on May 11) a challenge to Governor Peter Beckingham’s February 26 appointment of Harrison for three years as a special tribunal.

Duncanson said that the fact that the Governor has now made Harrison a special tribunal with the three year appointment is contrary to various common laws and international human rights law.

They are also appealing Chief Justice Margaret Ramsay Hale’s recent judgement whereby she denied an application for a review into Governor Beckingham’s decision to extend Justice Paul Harrison’s tenure in the corruption trial.

Asked if Monday’s defeat at the Privy Council is the last hope of the defendants receiving a jury trial, Duncanson said not quite.

“I would say that it is not the last hope because there are legal experts looking closely at the issue and all angles are being studied, but I could not say much about it at this particular time.”

In a statement released this week, following the Privy Council’s decision, Misick and his codefendants claimed that the British judicial system was rigged against them “from top down” and accused the UK of political persecution of the Turks and Caicos Islands.

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Gov’t boasts $77.3m surplus – $6m to be carried over for infrastructure projects THE TURKS and Caicos Islands Government generated a $77.3 million operating surplus for the financial year ending March 31, it announced on Wednesday (May 13).

This is the biggest surplus by far in the past ten years, the next largest being $27.6 million last year.

A press release from the Government said that the surplus further consolidates the Islands’ position as one of the strongest economies in the Caribbean region.

The country boasts a huge increase in recurrent revenue from $200.3 million last year to $246.5 million – also the largest figure in the past decade.

“The performance was built on record breaking visitor numbers to the TCI, and improved tax collection by both the Customs and the Revenue Control Unit,” the release read.

Government recurrent expenditure was controlled at $161.9 million or

seven percent below the projected spend for the period – compared to $172.7 million last year.

In recognition of the 2014 to 2015 underspend, $6 million has been carried over to the new financial year to be spent mainly on infrastructure projects.

Minister of Finance Washington Misick said: “This positive financial performance has allowed the Government to increase our spending in key areas of social development, with a 32.7 percent budget increase this year for the Ministry of Infrastructure, Housing and Planning, and a 27 percent increase for the Ministry of Education, Youth and Library Services.

“We will continue to work hard to build sustainable sources of revenue, generate surpluses, maintain public spending and reduce our debts.”

Import duty was the single largest source of Government income

Ahmed Jones and Sally-Jean Astwood from the Treasury Department, Minister of Finance Washington Misick, and Lathia Outten and Shanaisha Skippings from the Customs Department

accounting for $61.6 million of its revenue.

Hotel and tourism tax contributed $51.8 million, customs processing fees raked in $28.6 million, stamp duty accounted for $25.8 million, work permits and residency fees totalled $17.6 million and fuel tax brought $8.6 million into the

Government coffers.

The TCI Government is currently in discussions with a number of financial institutions as it prepares to refinance the UK-guaranteed $170 million bond when it matures in February 2016.

It intends to issue invitations to tender for this requirement in the

autumn of 2015.

It is the Government’s intention to use the $110 million already held in reserve in the Sinking Fund, plus an additional contribution from the first half of financial year 2015 to 2016 to repay most of the bond, with the balance being covered by new bank debt or a bond issue.

IMF recommends other means to protect depositors IN LIGHT of local financial regulators’ unwillingness to introduce a deposit insurance scheme (DIS) right now, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has advised that regulators put other means in place to protect depositors.

In a press statement this week, the IMF released its preliminary findings following a six member team’s visit to the Turks and Caicos Islands from April 14 to 27 to conduct a financial sector assessment programme.

Leading the team was Hiroko Oura, accompanied by Hibiki Ichiue who has an economic background in financial system structure and macro-prudential issues; Johannes Ehrentraud – stress testing; Rodolfo Wehrhahn - insurance; Ernesto Aguirre - financial safety nets, and Keith Bell.

The preliminary findings of the mission are summarised as follows: The financial system is been gradually recovering from the 2008 economic crisis. Banks continue to

show high levels of Non-Performing Loan (NPL) ratios and credit growth remains negative.

But high levels of capital buffers should help them withstanding a range of adverse shocks.

While the economy is recovering, the FSC should remain vigilant and monitor asset quality and liquidity conditions, and ensure the capital buffers remain.

The domestic insurance sector is small and does not appear to pose systemic risks. The offshore insurance sector has little link to the domestic financial system.

However, small depositors and policyholders suffered substantially from the lack of standard safety net tools.

The territory does not have lender of last resort (namely, a central bank) or a deposit insurance scheme.

Without Government support, small depositors of a systemically important indigenous bank, failed in 2010, lost significant amount.

Policyholders of a failed local insurance company (originally a branch of failed Trinidad-andTobago-based CL Financial) are expected to lose a considerable sum as well.

At this moment, the Turks and Caicos Islands authorities are not ready to introduce a DIS. A DIS can function properly when its two preconditions are met: a strong supervisory framework and a special resolution regime for banks that are not viable.

While progress has been made in the first area, more needs to be done in the second area.

More specifically: enhance regulation and supervision; the FSC has made notable progress since the previous IMF assessment in 2003 and now has better governance, ample financial resources, and supervisory power.

Nonetheless, there remains a need for modernising key legislations urgently, strengthening

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the board’s oversight, filling key senior management positions, implementing supervisory guidelines, and more intrusively examining the nature of risks.

Introduce a Special Bank Resolution Regime: such a regime empowers the FSC to directly take a whole array of actions to deal with non-viable banks before they become insolvent.

It includes power to remove and replace senior managers, restructure or wind down the bank, establishing

a bridge bank, and transfer the bank’s assets and liabilities.

Nonetheless, there are other tools that can protect small depositors and policyholders, and these should be introduced urgently.

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UK Elections The Conservative party on May 7 won the UK elections by 51 percent, a significant increase over the 2010 results.

Here in the Turks and Caicos Islands, there has been much speculation about what a continued David Cameron-led Government would have on the affairs of British overseas territories, particularly the TCI. What are your thoughts?

Conservatives or Labour?

Conservatives!

Same thing

More of the same

It was the Conservatives who funded the SIPT team. It was the hard-nosed Conservatives who are holding the TCI responsible for the debts the Misick government ran up.

It was the Labour government, not the Conservatives who gave Mike Misick the 2006 Constitution; a document which gave the TCI a type of independence under a PNP government.

It was the Labour government which allowed Rufus to give us InterHealth Canada on a cost plus basis.

It was Labour who allowed Mike to give us Fortis Canada which is another cost plus deal doubling the cost of electricity when oil is at its lowest cost in decades.

It was Labour that allowed the PNP to run the TCI into the ground and ruin honest development.

It was Labour that allowed the PNP to run TCI Bank to fail one month before the British Conservatives took over.

No different

With the Cameron led Conservative party holding a clear majority in the British parliament, why would anyone in these territories expect any difference in the heavy handed approach as was the case for the last four years?

Stop laying blame

The people of Britain have spoken and the Conservatives like any government re-elected regards this result as a mandate to continue on the same path they were on for the last four years.

It is now up to the elected officials of these territories to stop laying blame for the sake of self-protection from the voting public that is now beginning to see through the wool that they have being holding over their eyes for the last two and a half years and come clean about the real problems facing this country.

True leaders needed

This country needs an administration that will be able to sit down with the British government and truly represent its people and stop saying that their hands are tied.

I am confident that with the right group of leaders in the Turks and Caicos Islands, no matter who sits in the House of Commons, they will be able to sit at the table and negotiate for a better and prosperous working relationship between Turks and Caicos and the United Kingdom.

Best chance under Conservatives

As long as we sit idle and abuse the word ‘independence,’ and not advance in the right direction to make this a reality if so desired by the majority, we will forever be taken advantage of by some of the country’s elected officials who spend our money like there is no tomorrow while telling us that their hands are tied (like prisoners left to their own devices).

It ain’t easy but under the Conservatives TCI has the best chance of returning to an honest well run government.

Miliband is not a leader

This victory sends a number of messages to the world.

David Cameron has shown that in politics you have to have resolve.

He told the Europeans to basically drop dead and if they don’t like it he will go back to his people to ask them what they want, in or out of Europe. This is leadership.

Then when it came to the extremist Muslims, not the law abiding ones, he told them to watch out.

The British people will not tolerate Islamic extremism. These are clear signs of leadership.

Ed Miliband is a poor excuse for a 20th century leader. Already a cartoon like character, he enjoins the help of a Harry Potter actor, to help him campaign.

Imagine using a gimmick, from a Satanic inspired movie.

The man was not serious, maybe reckless but not ready to lead. He even betrayed his brother, David Miliband for the leadership of

the Labour party.

Bringing socialist, ‘hate the rich’ old Labour back is not the way forward.

Fratricide and the killing of one’s brother or colleague does not inspire trust. Such childish division and stupidity cannot lead, nor form a Government.

In fact Miliband comes from a school that can never ever be trusted.

Lord Ashcroft’s control

There are tangible fears whether Lord Aschroft will be able to exercise the undue control he has held over the future of these Islands.

Did his last minute, pre-election resignation from the House of Lords help the Tories win because he removed himself as a possible election issue?

There remains that troubling question for the Islands and why these Islands cannot seem to be able to move ahead financially and otherwise.

Cameron preaches honesty

The lesson for the Turks and Caicos Islands and the world is, oddly from David Cameron, that we must be true to simple beliefs, be loyal, avoid playing games and to be honest.

In the TCI there is the fear that the liberal, liberated labour, not used to real governance was prepared to pack the Islands off into premature independence.

There is no longer the fear that the naïve, rookie, neophyte Miliband would have shut down offshore centres, whilst not understanding the level of compliance these centres already undergo.

The British method of dealing with these islands is harsh and draconian. The financial austerity was extreme, absurd and unfair.

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Cultural and Arts Commission dissolution sparks outrage A BILL to dissolve the Turks and Caicos Islands Culture and Arts Commission and to repeal the Culture and Arts Commission Ordinance on Thursday (May 14) met with opposition in the House of Assembly.

Opposition Leader, Sharlene Cartwright Robinson and other members on her side of the house made it quite clear that they do not support the dissolution of the commission.

In her contribution to the bill, which was tabled by Minister of Education and Culture Akierra Missick, the party leader categorically denied it her support.

She said that in 2004 she bought into the vision of the commission as she believed, like the Government at the time, that it was the best vehicle to achieve more in the preservation and protection of local culture.

“This is one of the things I thought that the Opposition and the Government would have worked on together following the interim administration when it was abandoned.

“I thought that we would together bring life to this legislation and allow for the greater involvement of our people through a commission. So much more can be achieved with a commission.”

She said that while she believes, like the Government suggested, that there are benefits to the commission being a statutory body, she is still leery of the reasons why the Government wants to abandon the use of this vehicle.

“I supported the vision then and I support it now. I believe the commission should be revived and not dissolved.

“It is always better to involve more people in the preservation and protection and the commission does this.”

The dissolution bill also provides that on the commencement of the ordinance all assets and property

of the commission shall vest in the Crown and that all liabilities, contracts, engagements and rights in the commission shall become liabilities, contracts, engagement and rights of the Crown.

The bill also speaks to what will become of employees of the commission.

It noted that notwithstanding anything in any agreement or arrangement made between an employee and the commission, or any decision or administrative practice of the commission, a person shall not be regarded as redundant or entitled to compensation for redundancy if, on or before the commencement

of the ordinance, he is offered employment with the Government in a similar position to that which he held with the commission; and at a salary about equivalent to the rate he was receiving in respect of his employment with the commission.

The bill states that a person employed by the commission who is not offered employment in accordance with the stipulations mentioned above, and who becomes redundant, will be paid by the commission compensation for redundancy in accordance with the redundancy provisions of the Employment Ordinance. (DELANA ISLES)

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Deputy Attorney General quits after four months – Governor defends decision after newspaper report

BY DELANA ISLES AFTER four months on the job, Commonwealth of Dominica national, Wynante Adrien-Roberts has resigned from her post as Deputy Attorney General of the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Early this week, the Weekly News was finally able to confirm the resignation through the Government’s press office.

This is after having been told by the Governor’s Office, which has responsibility for the public service, last week that the Attorney General’s Chambers should be contacted for comment on the matter as they had none to offer.

Subsequent efforts to contact the Attorney General were unsuccessful.

The Government’s press office confirmed that Adrien-Roberts has given her three months’ notice to the chambers and will be taking up another and more lucrative job offer on another Caribbean island.

On Wednesday (May 13), the Governor’s Office finally offered comment on the matter, but only in response to reports in the TCI Sun and other news agencies that the Deputy Attorney General had quit her post due to a tense working relationship with Attorney General Rhondalee Braithwaite-Knowles.

In a statement to the press, Governor Peter Beckingham refuted the claims, saying that they are simply not true.

It read: “This is simply not

the case. Ms Adrien-Roberts told me some weeks ago that she had been offered, unexpectedly, a senior appointment in the Eastern Caribbean.

“I said she should not let her position in TCI stop her accepting this important job, and she subsequently decided, quite reasonably, to take it.

“She has helpfully given us more than the required notice in order to seek a successor.”

The Governor said that both he and Adrien Roberts categorically refute the suggestion in news reports that she and the AG could not work together.

That allegation and the other malicious slurs about the AG bear no resemblance to the truth, the Governor said “I was delighted and proud to appoint Rhondalee BraithwaiteKnowles as the first Belonger to this important position as AttorneyGeneral.

“She is doing in my estimation a magnificent job, working long hours and sacrificing a great deal on behalf of the Turks and Caicos Islands and all its people.

“I am saddened that within less than a year there should be such scurrilous, nasty and unfounded stories about her,” the Governor said.

However, TCI Sun publisher and editor-in-chief, Hayden Boyce stood by his reportage of Adrien-Roberts resignation from the post.

In a statement to the press, he said that as publisher, he stands by and will stoutly defend if necessary, every single word and line in the recent article about the Deputy Attorney General Adrien-Roberts leaving her post because, among other things, she could not get along with Attorney General Rhondalee

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institution is liquidated.

Funds earmarked for depositor and policyholder pay out: For banks, create a Special Purpose Reserve Fund that holds a portion of total customer deposits in high quality liquid assets, earmarked exclusively for protecting small depositors in case of a failure of the particular bank.

For insurers, the new draft domestic Insurance Ordinance will require setting up a statutory segregated trust in the TCI, which is dedicated to pay out policyholder claims.

Coordination with various stakeholders is important for the FSC. The TCI should create a Financial Stability Committee, including the representatives from the Governor’s Office, the Ministry of Finance, and the FSC, to ensure interagency coordination in both regular

and crisis periods. Since TCI’s financial system is dominated by foreign-owned institutions, there should be adequate cross-border collaboration with relevant supervisors.

Communication and consultation with the industry needs to be formalised to facilitate dialogues.

Meanwhile, during their visit, they met with Governor Peter Beckingham, Financial Services Commission (FSC) Managing Director Kevin Higgins, Minister of Finance, Trade, and Investment Washington Misick, Chief Financial Officer Stephen Turnbull, Permanent Secretary, Finance Sonia Thomas-Been, senior officials from the FSC and other agencies, as well as representatives of financial institutions and professional bodies.

Deputy Attorney-General, Wynante Adrien-Roberts

Braithwaite-Knowles.

“I also repudiate any statements or suggestions by His Excellency the

Governor Peter Beckingham, that the article ‘bears no resemblance to the truth’ and that the Sun is party to ‘scurrilous, nasty and unfounded stories’ about the Attorney General.

“It is with much restraint that I also have to respectfully inform the Governor that his press release clearly demonstrates complete ignorance of the inner workings and functioning of a rather critical Government department [the Attorney General’s Chambers] and he should therefore be extremely careful about making such caustic remarks about the media, which he surely must know would be in possession of certain hard facts and evidence to substantiate any published reports.”

Boyce continued that it is “somewhat interesting” that the Governor only saw it fit to confirm and comment on the Deputy Attorney

General’s sudden resignation after the undisputed facts were released by the TCI Sun newspaper.

The former Solicitor General of the Government of Dominica was appointed to the TCI post on January 5.

As stated by the AG at the time of the appointment, Adrien-Roberts is a thoroughly qualified and experienced attorney having been solicitor general in Dominica for many years before moving to the private bar.

During her short stint, her areas of focus were training and development within the chambers.

She is experienced in developing legislative regulatory framework for the financial services sector, assess applications for licences to operate offshore financial services, and ensure compliance with international best practices for the financial services sector.

Gov’t recalls charge on insurance and freight A BILL to repeal the 15 percent charge on the cost of insurance and freight was on Thursday (May 14) hotly debated in the House of Assembly.

The bill was tabled by Minister of Finance Washington Misick, who had in 2013 introduced the new measure effective July 1, 2013.

It applied to Bills of Lading whether freight and insurance are prepaid or post-paid, at a charge of 15 percent on the value of freight and insurance.

Leader of the Opposition, Sharlene Cartwright Robinson reiterated her opposition to the initial bill, questioning the impact the repeal would have the country’s revenue, as well as possible issues

with compliance with the new bill.

“When this bill was brought, the Opposition was opposed to it. Our position was and remains that there was a need to police existing taxes and improve compliance.

“We see a Government release that endorses our position that increased and better policing could have and has in fact yielded higher revenues.”

She said that while she supports the repeal of the tax, the damage has been done.

“Yes hip hip hooray for the repeal.

The cost of living has gone up as a result of this tax.

“What then is the Government’s plan?” she questioned.

According to the party leader,

Under the tree

merchants will not bring the price down.

“This is why you cannot play around with taxes. What impact has it had on the revenue?

“Would there be a new tax to address the short fall? Is the Government looking at consumer protection legislation?”

She said these issues need to be addressed by the Government.

The tax was introduced as part of the tax rationalisation strategy by the Government, and was at the time said to be a temporary revenue measure.

It was part of the trade-off for the Government not introducing Value Added Tax (VAT) in April 2013.

(DELANA ISLES)

By Benneth Williams

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Corruption defendants respond to Privy Council Michael Misick and other defendants in the corruption case respond to the Privy Council’s dismissal: WE NOTE that the British Privy Council has dismissed our appeal which was brought to ensure that there is judicial independence in the Turks and Caicos Islands as there is in mainland Britain.

They have also dismissed our appeal to ensure that we are able to have a fair trial as is the case in Britain; that is, a jury trial.

What these two decisions revealed is that the British judicial system is rigged against us from top down.

The same system that is responsible for the appointment of judges in Turks and Caicos Islands is also responsible for the appointment of judges at the Privy Council.

Clearly, today (Tuesday) ranks were closed to protect the establishment.

We are disappointed by the decision and we think that it continues to be a miscarriage of justice for a powerful state like the UK to continue to politically persecute a few local island politicians because they seek political independence from Britain.

We seek the same autonomy over our country as the Conservatives seek for Britain from the European Union.

It remains our position that these corruption cases are nothing more than a political witch-hunt that was carefully designed and orchestrated by the British establishment to destroy and discredit local politicians and their families and associates, while allowing wealthy white developers and other individuals who were implicated in the Commission of Inquiry and/or were previously charged, to pay their way in order to avoid justice.

Even an independent fact-finding mission appointed by CARICOM was critical of the manner in which these investigations and trials have been conducted.

There is absolutely no way that any of the defendants can receive a fair trial when the system in Britain is working strongly against us.

Many of the defendants in this case do not have Queen’s Counsel, simply because respected defence lawyers from the UK have withdrawn their services because they were not paid adequately or in a timely manner, and also because Special Prosecutor Helen Garlick and her Special Investigation and Prosecution Team significantly increased the number of pages of evidence given to the defence lawyers, but the system has refused to increase the payment for the said defence lawyers to match this increased workload.

It is now over 102,000 pages of evidence and over 500,000 pages of unused material which they have still yet to disclose when we are supposed to be only six months from trial.

While the SIPT lawyers and prosecutors such as Andrew Mitchell, QC, are paid millions of dollars in British pounds, the defence lawyers from the UK are paid in US dollars and then they are highly taxed in accordance with English law.

All of this strikes at the heart of equality of arms, which is supposed to be the bedrock of justice systems all around the world.

How can we get a fair trial in these circumstances, when respected Queen’s Counsel is refusing to take on our cases?

But we will continue our fight for justice and our freedom and that of

our country and reveal the blatant injustices for the world to see.

While we are disappointed with today’s decision, we are resolved to press on. To this end, we have filed a challenge to the new appointment of Judge Paul Harrison on the grounds that it is unlawful for him to be appointed retrospectively and for him to be appointed as a special tribunal.

We have also since Monday filed an appeal to our earlier challenge to Justice Harrison on the basis that he has reached the retirement age of 70 and as prescribed by the Turks and Caicos Islands Constitution it is therefore unconstitutional for him to be appointed at age 78 as a judge of the Turks and Caicos Supreme Court.

In addition to these two challenges, we have some months ago appealed the decision of Justice Harrison not to recuse himself as the trial judge in this matter because he is conflicted as the Chairman of the Jamaican Integrity Commission and he has publicly expressed views that mirror the facts in our case.

Based on his public statements, it will be exceedingly difficult for Justice Harrison to judge us fairly and dispassionately, therefore, he should have done the honourable thing and removed himself from this case when we applied for him to do so.

We would like to thank our family, friends and well-wishers for their continued support and encouragement as we endure some of the toughest days of our lives in fighting for justice from one of the world’s strongest Empires, with diabolical dealings throughout centuries of its history.

South Caicos airport was temporarily closed

CEO for interCaribbean Trevor Sadler

THE SOUTH Caicos (XSC) airport was closed from Tuesday (May 12) until 6pm on Wednesday (May 13) due to unavailable fire coverage services.

As a consequence of this action, all flights between Providenciales, Grand Turk and South Caicos were cancelled until the end of day.

Flights between the islands have since resumed and chief executive officer for InterCaribbean Trevor Sadler apologised for the inconvenience.

“We at interCaribbean Airways apologise for the inconvenience this caused, however the circumstances are beyond our control.”

He said he would move passengers to alternate flights without penalties or change fees.

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Western Union possibly pulling out of TCI POPULAR money transfer agency Western Union could soon be pulling its operations from the Turks and Caicos Islands, a reliable source recently revealed to the Weekly News.

“They have been actively trying to find partners in the TCI and because of the bank’s stance on not establishing money transfer accounts, pretty much no one can qualify for a money transfer account in the TCI and because of that Western Union may have to pull out of TCI if this is not resolved,” a source close to the money transfer business told this publication.

The company has reportedly been in contact with banks in the TCI, but according to sources the bureaucracy is making it difficult for anyone to successfully get bank accounts.

That bureaucracy has to do with the anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) law, which has been modified and is in effect in the TCI. The source said that out of all of the Caribbean countries and around the world that have introduced the legislation, this is the only place where all the banks, not just Scotiabank, are refusing money transfer accounts.

“This is the only country that Western Union is experiencing the most difficulties,” this publication was told.

In April, following a financial assessment visit by a team of analysts from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), head of the Financial Services Commission, Kevin Higgins and IMF team leader Hiroko Oura spoke on the issue, when questioned.

Higgins conceded that things have become much tougher in this area for money transfer agency in the TCI. According to Higgins, in a

number of cases managers have been dismissed either because they are not following the rules, or because there was certain suspicious activity.

He added that yes the FSC has stepped up and been active in implementing the legislation and that they now have a specialised compliance unit that does on site examination of money transmitters and other such entities.

“So in our view, because of not only the legislation but the implementation and supervision of these entities, our view is there is relatively less risk of these institutions being involved in those activities than there was say ten years ago,” Higgins noted.

He reiterated that there is constant monitoring by the commission’s compliance unit, and wherever issues are found, they are dealt with quickly.

Oura noted that it is very important to keep the legislation and the supervision of AML/CFT here in the TCI. “The country has made very good progress in passing some of the key legislations last year and some of them will start covering money transmitters… but that is in response to the change in trend in some international expectations,” she said.

Asked if the TCI is now less vulnerable to money laundering with the AML/CFT and other legislations in place, Oura said that it is very hard to assess the extent of money laundering and financing terrorism simply because it is hard to observe.

“So we are unable to access the extent of those activities here but I do know that the framework has improved, therefore we are expecting that the actual extent of activities has been held down.” (DELANA ISLES)

Minimum wage has increased, and workers urged to be vigilant THE MINIMUM wage was officially increased on May 15 and the Government is calling on workers to be vigilant with their packets and to report any discrepancies to the relevant authorities.

Minister of Finance Washington Misick in a recent press conference said that all systems are in place and the notice has been given.

“So it’s up to the public to comply with that notice and make sure that the minimum wage regulation is respected and adhered to, and they would have to put their accounting system in place to make sure that those things are done, but there is no reason why it should not be, if it is not done then they would be in breach of the regulation.”

Asked about any monitoring

system in place to ensure workers are paid the 25 percent increase, Misick said it is really up to the employees.

“If they know they were getting $6.25 an hour and their cheque came short, then they need to report it.

“But I think it would have been a great gesture for business to have paid it at the first of April because that was the intention and they knew that was the intention, to extend that to their workforce.”

The increase was to have been in place since April 1, but was delayed to May 15 because of what the minister called mere administrative missteps.

The change to the minimum wage is from $5.50 to $6.25 per hour.

(DELANA ISLES)

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RBC reassures TCI amid fraud allegations ROYAL Bank of Canada (RBC) is confident that the fraud allegations against its trust company in the Bahamas have no merit, and has since reassured its Turks and Caicos Islands’ customers of this.

The Canadian bank’s Bahamas subsidiary is facing allegations of complicity in tax fraud in France.

In a press statement this past week, the bank said: “We maintain a strong partnership with our clients and the community of Turks and Caicos Islands.

“RBC operates in accordance to the laws and regulations of all of the jurisdictions in which we operate.

“We are confident that the facts presented through the legal process will reflect that there is no merit to the allegations being made against RBC Trust Company (Bahamas), part of RBC’s wealth management operations in the Caribbean.”

The bank further assured that the issue does not impact their retail personal and commercial banking operations, which includes their branches.

“As a leader in financial services, we remain focused on strengthening our overall performance in the Caribbean.

“We will continue to review our

operations to ensure we remain focused on markets with potential for sustainable growth where we can be a leader for the long term,” the bank’s statement read.

According to news reports out of Toronto, last month a French judge referred RBC’s Bahamas subsidiary to a French tribunal to face a charge of complicity in tax fraud, while dropping money-laundering allegations.

The bank made the disclosure in a filing to the US Securities and Exchange Commission.

“On April 13, 2015, the investigating judge issued an ordonnance de renvoi referring RBC Bahamas to the French tribunal correctionnel to face the charge of complicity in tax fraud, but not the charge for aggravated money laundering,” the filing said.

Claire Holland, a Royal Bank spokeswoman is quoted in reports as strongly contesting the charge.

“We are confident that the facts presented through the legal process will reflect that there is no merit to the allegations being made.

“RBC works within the legal and regulatory framework of every country in which we operate,” Holland said.

Grace Bay Resorts Foundation to host annual fundraiser event THE GRACE Bay Resorts Foundation (GBRF) will be hosting their annual fundraising event on Friday, May 29, at the Grace Bay Club in Providenciales.

The event is an effort to raise funds for their five adopted Government schools throughout the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Carlton Mills, manager for talent growth and local affairs at the Grace Bay resorts, told the Weekly News in an interview on Thursday (May 14) that the funds raised from the event will be used to purchase backpacks, school supplies and to put on other activities for the children, which they do on an annual basis.

Mills said that this was a way for the GBRF to give back to the community and that there is no better way to do it than through education.

He said: “If you look at the theme, ‘Planting seeds today, building a stronger community,’ our kids are seeds that need to develop and to grow.

“We feel like education will help to enhance this process.”

The GBRF has always played an active role in the TCI community by donating backpacks and school supplies to children at the Government schools.

The foundation has also hosted a number of other activities to help and encourage the students.

During the evening there will be a silent auction with nontraditional, environmentally friendly raffle prizes to bid on.

Entry tickets are $50 while raffle tickets are $5 and booklets of 10 tickets are available for $50.

(BY DAISY HANDFIELD)

RBC Turks and Caicos Islands branch

She noted that the charges related to a client who used RBC Trust Company (Bahamas).

RBC has previously said it works within the legal and regulatory

frameworks of each country in which it operates and has a strong record on regulatory compliance, including anti-money-laundering.

It had disclosed in February that

French prosecutors recommended that RBC’s Bahamas wealthmanagement unit face criminal charges in a probe of tax fraud and money laundering, reports said.

MILLS MUSES

Dangling issues in the TCI THE TCI is a young society in terms of modern development, but we are highly developed when compared with many of our Caribbean neighbours.

Our economy is more productive than any other, and we have bounced back more quickly from recent economic challenges.

Our political system is more stable than that of most Caribbean countries, our people better educated and have more opportunities than most countries of the region.

But there are some dangling issues we need to tackle and solve.

A small influential sector still feels that ‘no good can come from Nazareth,’ and despite our progress still prefer outside others for jobs, although this is changing through social pressure.

We have TCIs who have applied for jobs in areas of our economy and many have not received even an acknowledgement of their application.

And interestingly many are hyphenated TCIs who make these decisions. We need to educate those responsible so that they become more nationally conscious.

There is the other issue of the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) visit to the TCI.

BY Oliver Mills

Oliver Mills was born in South Caicos, acquired a diploma in article writing from the Writer’s Digest School in the United States, and worked as training manager for the Turks and Caicos public service. He is currently an adjunct lecturer in the Business and Hospitality Departments at the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College.

This body responds to the request of governments when they are experiencing economic issues, and suggests remedies for them.

There are mixed feelings about the recommendations of the IMF. They have resulted in cut-backs to social services, devaluing of the dollar, and each country has to pass a series of tests, before a new tranche of funds is allocated.

Some economists think that these requirements ensure there is no corruption so that the government has the funds to repay the IMF loan.

It would be good to see the full IMF report on the TCI. We do know that it stated the need for greater supervision of the financial system, and this is important, although a contributor to the TC Weekly News’s Talk Back section insists regulations have always existed.

One criticism of the IMF is that its recommendations are the same, regardless of the nature of the

economy, and that it has a ‘one size fits all’ approach to problem solving.

In the TCI, there is the further issue of Neighbourhood Watch committees. These are groups of volunteers trained in crime alleviation strategies and are the eyes and ears of the community.

Suspicious activities are reported to the police and neighbours are notified if a community member leaves for a vacation.

These committees seek to improve personal and home security, while fostering a community spirit.

They cover a single street or a housing scheme. But at its core, is the commitment of each household to support it.

I’m certain TCIs have the courage and will to successfully deal with these dangling issues, and tackle those yet to emerge.

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Views wanted on proposed employment legislation PUBLIC feedback on a new Employment Bill is being sought, according to the Ministry of Border Control and Employment.

A press release from the ministry on Thursday (May 14) said that the bill seeks to address longstanding issues that affect employees and employers in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

“More specifically, the Employment Ordinance has been subject to a number of criticisms by the courts and there is a need to bring the law into conformity with accurate legal principle,” it read.

The ordinance is also out of sync with several important legal developments in employment law and in some instances inaccurately frames employment law concepts such as established concepts on dismissal and discrimination.

There are also several contradictions, inconsistencies, repetitions and uncertainties in the current ordinance.

In addition to correcting these deficiencies, the Employment Bill aims to consolidate the existing orders on wages, hours of work, vacation and redundancy, bringing them in the main body of the

ordinance for convenience and clarity.

It will also transfer jurisdiction as appropriate for certain specific offences, from that of the Magistrate’s Court, to the specialist functions residing in the tribunal, and in a limited sense, the Commissioner of Labour, in order to make the system more efficient.

In the latter, a right of appeal against the commissioner’s decisions will be provided.

The bill also makes fresh provision for the regulation of terms of employment, the remuneration of employees, the termination of employment, the hours of work of employees and the resolution of employment disputes.

Minister of Border Control and Employment, Ricardo Donhue Gardiner, said: “This bill includes provisions for important concepts such as layoff, it continues the Labour Tribunal which was established under the 2004 Employment Ordinance and suggests a number of changes to the functions of the Labour Commissioner and inspectors.

“Given the high number of amendments that are necessary, it is

proposed to enact a comprehensive replacement of the existing ordinance in the form of a new Employment Ordinance, incorporating a number of new provisions into existing law, as enhanced and updating the language of the legislation generally.”

The public consultation period is from May 18 to June 12.

People can respond by email at employmentbill2015@gov.tc or in writing to Employment Bill Consultation, Ministry of Border Control and Employment, Three Degrees Office Complex, Grand Turk or The Labour Commissioner, Employment Services Department, Sam’s Building, Providenciales or District Commissioner’s Office on the Islands of North, Middle and South Caicos and Salt Cay. There is also an online survey at the following link: https://surveyplanet. com/5553d08952d3f8c97b168161.

Face to face engagements with stakeholder groups. Please submit requests via the email address provided above to make appointments.

Source documents are accessible on the Turks and Caicos Islands Government website at web address www.gov.tc.

The Department of Environment and Maritime Affairs (DEMA) affiliated with the corps to put on a sailing programme

Cadet Corps boosts training programmes for kids

BY DAISY HANDFIELD EIGHTY-five students from the Turks and Caicos Cadets Corps programme are participating in six week summer programmes where they are receiving training in different fields.

The programmes include the Provo Golf course junior training programme, the Department of Environment and Maritime Affairs (DEMA) sailing programme and the Beaches electrical programme, all of which take place on Saturdays.

Captain of the Provo Cadet Corps, Nimrol Beckles, told the Weekly News on Thursday (May 14) that the additional training to the corps will give students the opportunity to have fun while they learn.

Sergeant major Winston Grant, who also spoke with this publication, said the response to the programme from the children has been more of a positive one.

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and I hope we can get more kids on board.

“The last time the cadets programme was implemented about six years ago, we had over 100,” Grant said.

The students train on Tuesdays and Thursdays and also indulge in the additional programmes on Saturdays.

Grant said that the corps is always looking for volunteers with knowledge in military drills.

The launch of the programme took place simultaneously at the HJ Robinson High School, the Raymond Gardiner High School, the Clement Howell High School and the Marjorie Basden High School back in late 2014.

The corps aims to play an essential role in the lives of youths by exposing them to training in land and marine navigation, military knowledge and policing duties.

This is to teach them discipline,

responsibility, adventure and instil the qualities of leadership, patriotism, volunteerism and virtue.

Prior to the commencement of basic training, instructors were trained on methods of instruction, drill instruction, leadership training and the responsibility for children and young people.

This was aimed at preparing the instructors to effectively carry out the training of new recruits.

Students who want to enrol in the Cadet Corps can obtain an application form from the principals of the schools listed above.

Application forms must be signed by a parent or guardian before submission.

Further information about the programme can be obtained from Lt Colonel Ennis Grant on 231-1498 or Nixon Dickenson, senior programme officer in the Department of Youth Affairs, Ministry of Education, on 338-5101.

Get to know us

Dear Editor, Reference is made to an article published from a press release in the May 9 to 15 issue of the Turks and Caicos Weekly News titled ‘Mental illness does not equal violence’.

Nor does mental wellness, race, creed, or culture. What a curious statement to make.

Another is ‘the mentally ill’ you view us as a generic? Another curious statement.

A quote from the Director of the Department of Mental Health and Substance Dependence (DMHSD) Dr Alicia Malcolm said: “While studies suggest a link between mental illnesses and violence…”

I know of no such studies. Each

study I do know makes the opposite clear.

According to the release, many people with even the most serious of mental illnesses can and do recover.

They can manage their conditions and go on to lead happy, healthy, productive lives.

We earn to the millions, is that productive enough? We hold every university degree, and every professional, white, and blue collar job.

Get to know us.

Harold A Maio, Retired mental health editor Florida, USA

Noise nuisance

Dear Editor, We the tenants of Kenneth Prospere Village apartment would like to bring the following to your attention, the Police Commissioner and the Governor and request any assistance in the matter.

The restaurant and bar located at Kenneth Prospere Village on Airport Road, Providenciales is operating against the laws of the country and business licence ethics.

It often closes at 3am, sometimes 3.15am which contributes to too much after hours’ noise.

We have school children who cannot get a proper night’s sleep because of the noise.

Most tenants start work at 7am without a good night’s sleep. We call the police sometimes and when they do come, they shut them down.

We the tenants are asking your

assistance with this.

Young men often come to congregate in the parking lot around 2.30am until sometimes after closing.

This is disrespectful but every night it’s the same thing.

We want the manager to abide by the law and close no later than 2pm.

His right is from 10am to 2pm. He is running it like a disco club and trying to use disco hours.

We don’t want to close him down because we realise that everyone has to live. We just want him to obey the rules of the country.

We thank you for your assistance.

A copy of this letter has been forwarded to the Commissioner of Police and the Governor.

The tenants, Kenneth Prospere Village apartment

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Albion What makes a ascendant person a hero?

REAL TALK

THE BRITISH election result is unlikely to change things in the TCI. At least in the short term.

By the time of the EU referendum in 2017 it could be very different.

The SNP vote, added to the unexpected shift from left to right of the English centrist vote wiped out the LDP, and crushed Labour.

UKIP got more votes than the SNP and Lib Dems combined, but the support was thinly spread across England so UKIP only got one seat.

UKIP were second in a lot of seats in the English heartland. They are a threat to both big parties.

The UK policy towards the overseas territories was clearly set out in the recent white paper. There is no reason to expect a change in policy.

That includes the policy to rein in the use of the OTs as money laundering and tax evasion centres.

It makes sense for London, Delaware, and Luxemburg to consolidate the money laundering oligopoly they enjoy.

Cameron speaks of the ‘family of nations’ and means it. Still, we are far from uppermost in the Westminster mind. Few MPs can find us on the map.

The united part of United Kingdom is now under threat and not just from the Scots. The English heartland is far more likely to vote for British exit from the EU than the combined UK electorate.

Of the 63 million or so Brits, about 52 million are English. Parts of England are twice as rich per head as the rest of the fringe UK. The Acts of Union joining England and Scotland were unpopular in Scotland in 1707 and remained so.

The Edinburgh elite struck a deal that gave them access to the wider, richer, empire project.

The English elite slammed the back door on the French, and gained access to what they knew was the world’s finest infantry.

The SNP triumph potentially completes the dismantling of the British Empire.

Attitude surveys in Scotland show that what their electorate means by independence is to have independence from Westminster policies whilst continuing to get fiscal subsidies from England.

Parts of Scotland, Wales and Ireland, are poor, with only half the level of English GNP. Boris Johnson, Cameron’s drinking buddy from Oxford days is the Conservative mayor of rock solid Labour voting London.

His political gut is not just full of fine wine. This exemplary populist, modern Englishman, has called for a broad solution to the Scottish problem, possibly federalist, definitely “fiscal autonomy”.

BY JOHN HARTLEY Cheers as from the battlefield at Culloden rose from the English ranks. A chill went down the spines of the Scottish elite. Scotland is not economically viable alone.

Independent Scottish membership of the EU is unlikely.

In any case we have Ireland as an example. The time elapse from Ireland dumping the Irish punt to bankruptcy at the hands of ECB and the IMF was very short.

The Scottish elite know that. Does that sound familiar?

Without the EU to foot the bill, what the residents of England would do with the OTs is unknown.

But stability and security for tiny distant islands would not be uppermost in their minds.

AS A child growing up, I always liked to watch shows or read books about super heroes. I was obsessed with He-Man and Masters of the Universe.

I always enjoyed seeing his nemesis Skeletor disappointed when He-Man would stop his plot to destroy or control the universe.

I think I admired personalities like He-Man, Superman, Captain Planet because they all possessed super strength and were able to do things that defy the laws of physics, or came to people’s rescue just in the nick of time.

Being somewhat handicapped from certain physical play, I always found strength through those characters.

Heroes make you feel strong in your moments of weakness.

I knew why those comic books personalities were heroes but what makes a real live person (flesh and blood) a hero?

Some people define heroes as individuals who do something spectacular and noteworthy.

A colleague of mine says that a hero is someone who has done something great in the eyes of a group of people who regard the

By Jas Walkin

BIOGRAPHY: Jas was born with a physical disability and diagnosed with a mild form of muscular dystrophy. His early childhood was characterised with trying to fit in in a regular school environment unequipped to cater to special needs students. With support from family, teachers and the community he graduated as valedictorian of Raymond Gardiner High School and has been a graduate teacher for the past last nine years.

act as heroic.

Moreover, the hero put himself secondary to others and takes on a feat that most would not have the courage to do.

The simplest definition I found was on dictionary.com which defines a hero as a person who, in the opinion of others, has heroic qualities or has performed a heroic act and is regarded as a model or ideal.

Historically, most heroes never know that they would be considered a hero when they make the choices they make.

Many times the situation forces an individual to act and in that moment they initiate an opportunity to become the hero if they succeed; or the martyr if they fail.

History is filled with heroes that

emerged because someone had reached a breaking point or refused to accept their current situation as the best that life has to offer.

The minute you decide that enough is enough and you are ready to act; you have identified the heroism inside of you.

All of us have it but most of us suppress it and decide to be the supporting cast in a script that is still waiting for the hero.

If the Turks and Caicos Islands can be compared to a movie; we have the supporting casts, we have the villains, God knows we have a lot of situations which we need to be rescued from, however one key role is still missing - who will be the hero?

COMMENTARY

Does the British election matter?

IN LAST week’s British election the Conservatives won again with a stronger showing than in May 2010.

After five years the British economy is said to be much better off. The liberal British media had predicted a very close election.

Wrong again!

Does this British election matter to the TCI? In early 2008 in came Meg Munn the British Minister for the Overseas Territories along with Director Leigh Turner.

Appointees of the Labour, liberal/progressive government, Munn had received and discarded more complaints from residents of the TCI than all the other 13 OTs combined.

Munn dined with then Premier Michael Misick and left saying everything is cool, no problem!

Liberals or progressives seemingly have trouble facing the truth!

After Munn and Turner departed in came the Sir John

Stanley team and after 48 hours he was ready to call an inquiry.

Stanley, a Conservative, had his eyes open. UK Labour stalled but nearly a year later in early 2009 the inquiry pounced bringing in Sir Robin Auld.

Auld’s inquiry had problems with entirely too much evidence. In the British system inquiry evidence cannot be used to prosecute.

The hearing room was packed and the public was shocked at what was revealed. The tip of a huge nasty iceberg which had already done titanic damage to the TCI. Spending, corruption and Crown land sell outs beyond belief. Robin went home and Governor Wetherell had the inquiry report on his desk.

Previous Governor Tauwhare departed in 2008, shocking TCI revealing he had asked Munn for an inquiry earlier.

Munn was fired and Turner packed his bags assigned to today’s war zone, the Ukraine.

Still British Labour stalled as the TCI waited.

By David Tapfer

David is a retired mobile hydraulic engineer and business executive. He has been married to Middle Caicos native Yvette Robinson Tapfer for 25 years and has lived in Conch Bar, Middle Caicos, since 2002. David formerly served as branch chairman of the PDM from 2008 to 2011

Then in 2010 the Conservatives won in Britain and the new UK Conservative, Tory-led government immediately funded Helen Garlick and her team.

In 18 months she had the goods and was ready to prosecute.

It was now 2012. Somewhere along the way charges were filed then stalled and finally the PNP Cabinet members, relatives and friends were indicted.

Somewhere along the way Mr Mike left town. Where was he? In the DR? In 2013 he was arrested in Brazil.

He fought being brought home for a year.

In early 2014 home he came on a USA government plane.

Out on a $10 million bail his attorneys have taken issue with every fly speck.

Now they complain the prosecution is taking too long!

Nonsense, it is Mr Mike stalling to keep out of the court.

In my opinion an innocent man would welcome a judge and quick trial.

This May 2015 British election continues the stronger no nonsense UK Conservative government.

Will that matter in the TCI?

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Hundreds of women support empowerment event

By Daisy Handfield A GROUP for the empowerment of women, known as Sister Sister TCI, held their second annual Mother’s Day dinner which saw the attendance of nearly 200 women.

The event was held on Friday (May 8) at Beaches TCI resort in Providenciales under the theme, ‘My mother, my daughter, my sisters and friends’.

One of the organisers Lillian Boyce told the Weekly News that it was a wonderful turnout, exceeding last year’s.

“This event is important because it is around the time that we celebrate Mother’s Day,” she said.

“We would like to unite as women, so we will be hosting another event and inviting all of the ladies of the Turks and Caicos Islands.

“We are all about empowerment of women.”

One of the opening acts was a dance piece performed by the Ou La La Dance Group of popular recording artist, Beyoncé.

Special guest Miss Haiti Universe 2015, Christie Desir, was also present showing her support.

Mother’s Day gifts were presented

by Deputy Speaker of the House of Assembly, Josephine Connolly, Evelyne Adams, Karen Whitt and Lillian Boyce.

There was a special performance by member of the committee Paula G Arthur Rigby known as ‘The Diplomatress’.

The vision of the Sister Sister TCI group is for women to rise up and break all the shackles

of marginalisation, oppression, suppression, and discrimination.

It is designed to develop pure friendships, share knowledge, encourage women, practice love, support communities and schools, develop leaders, coach and inspire women to dream and work.

The group hosts prayer groups, schedules retreats, conferences, workshops, summit, prayer breakfasts, luncheons and dinners.

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Salt Cay’s Payback Festival attracts huge crowds

BY KAREN WHITT

THE TINY island of Salt Cay, home to about 60 residents, served as the perfect backdrop for the second annual ‘Payback Festival’ on Saturday (May 9).

The event fostered community pride in one of the Turks and Caicos Islands’ most historical locations.

Amid the normally relaxed atmosphere, it was all smiles and sensory overload with an extraordinary celebration of the cultural fabric of Salt Cay and all that they value.

The event brought together an impressive agglomeration of music, food, culture, history,

and an intermingling among Salt Cay residents, community leaders, and attendees from sister islands including Grand Turk and Providenciales.

Just over 800 people attended the event including the Premier Rufus Ewing, and two of his ministers Portia Stubbs-Smith and Amanda Missick.

From the Opposition, the Deputy Speaker and All-Island Fifth Candidate Josephine Connolly and Delroy Williams from Wheeland.

Connolly, originally from Salt Cay, said: “Salt Cay is a jewel in the crown of the Turks and Caicos Islands.

“There are many people with family connections to the Islands who now live elsewhere.

“This was an opportunity for our people with Salt Cay connections to give back.

“This year we saw more people than last year and hopefully next year there will be even more.

“We want to turn this into an event that is in everybody’s calendar.”

This idea for this creative Payback Festival came about by the popular V6 Band members because of the lack of employment and opportunities in Salt Cay. The band decided they had something special to offer, so they took their talent to Salt Cay

and invited people from the other islands to come and support the local economy by purchasing delicious local food, cakes and drinks from the residents of Salt Cay. A festival is a tool to bring everyday life to a state of exuberance and enthusiasm, and this was clear as you could hear people proudly exclaiming: “I am from Salt Cay!” all throughout the day.

The day was bursting with local musical talent and creative energy, including performances from the V6 Band, Elroy Simmons, Quinton Dean, Keno and Kazz, Prime DJs, DJ Doubletake, DJ Shakes and Duce Ripsaw.

Members of the ‘Salt Cay

Community in Action’ group also played an important role in the organisation and execution of the event.

They are chair Matrisa Lowe, treasurer Gladys Kennedy, secretary Jim Tew, chaplin Norma Simmons, attorney Alvin Garland, ex-officio Noyal Hamilton, Allan Dickenson, Enrique Dickenson, Maurice Simmons, Elouisa Dickenson, and Willy Sampius.

Leader of the initiative, V6 Band member and event sponsor Edric Smith hopes that enthusiasm from this year’s event will continue to spark new ideas, and carve the path for future longevity and success of the event for many years to come.

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One of the turtles back in the water with its tag secured

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The turtle tagging team get ready to release

TCI turtles are on the move TWO more teenage green turtles have been captured and fitted with hi-tech satellite transmitters, then released on the Caicos Banks.

It is all part of ongoing research by the Turks and Caicos Islands Turtle Project (TCITP) to find out about the movements of these spectacular animals.

At the beginning of the month TCITP staff from the UK’s Marine Conservation Society, the Department of Environment and

Maritime Affairs (DEMA) and the Amanyara Resort worked with South Caicos fishermen to catch the turtles and attach the transmitters.

While one of the turtles, named Sea Biscuit, has remained close to Ocean Hole where they were released 10 days ago, the other turtle, Yara, started heading west yesterday.

She may be on a ‘developmental migration,’ a rarely recorded and poorly understood behaviour that the project hopes to track.

“Little is known about the habits and movements of subadult, or teenage, turtles,” said Dr Peter Richardson of the Marine Conservation Society.

“Unlike nesting adult female turtles, these teenagers spend all their time at sea and so are less accessible and much harder to study.

“We can track these turtles in TCI because we work with South Caicos fishermen who are experts at catching them, and so far in this

Rotary Club donates eyeglasses to students

BY DAISY HANDFIELD FIFTY primary school students from Providenciales, North and Middle Caicos are now able to see properly and as a result learn to read and write fluently and reap the benefits of an uninterrupted education.

This is thanks to the generosity of the Rotary Club of Providenciales, who over the past five years has been conducting its annual eye testing programme in Government primary schools on the three islands.

This year the eyes of 394 pupils were tested and 50 were found to be in need of eyeglasses.

At a press conference on Wednesday (May 13) at the Oseta Jolly Primary School (OJPS) grounds in Blue Hills, the group delivered the last of the spectacles to the pupils there, having previously distributed to the other schools.

President of the club Bloneva Green-Williams said that it was their pleasure to be able to give back to the schools and assist the parents, especially in these rough times.

“That’s one thing that they can scratch off of their list, eyeglasses.

“It has been a great warm welcome from the students… it is nice to know that you are

One student is extremely excited about the improvement in her vision

meeting a need and you know they are very grateful and it was very nice to be here this morning and to see their faces when they received their glasses.

“Each student personally received their glasses during the session and tested them on their faces at that point in time.”

The students have been obtaining free of charge the services of Menzies Optometrist Dr Julian Petrucci who has been responsible for conducting the tests.

During the conference he said that the children having glasses at a young age if required is essential for proper development of the eyes and of the brain.

“It must be torture for a child in class to not be able to see the board

to do the work.

“If nobody picks up on that then it’s going to be branded that the child is slow or stupid.”

Petrucci added that the programme is growing every year and teachers, parents and students are becoming more educated on the signs to look out for when the student require glasses.

Teachers and staff of the schools involved were tasked with listing and putting forward those pupils who they thought might be in need of testing.

Several parents were present at the initiative and also took the opportunity to say thank you to the doctor and to the Rotary Club for their continuous contribution to education.

research we recorded TCI teenage turtle developmental migrations to Colombia, Cuba and North Carolina in the USA.” So far the TCITP has tracked 19 turtles, including 13 teenage green turtles, four adult hawksbills and two adult green turtles, one of which was Suzie.

Suzie was the first turtle to be tracked in the TCI and in 2009 migrated over 3,700 miles through the territories of 15 different countries before returning to TCI in January 2010.

“The recent movements of Yara are very exciting, this turtle could be migrating away from TCI and if so, we really don’t know where she is going, so we’ll be experiencing new scientific discovery before our very eyes,” said Dr Richardson.

“We are so very grateful to the support of the Amanyara Turtle Initiative and Amanyara guests Stephen Meringoff and Kim Charlton for generously supporting this exciting research – and thanks to them anyone can track the journeys of these amazing animals by going to the Marine Conservation Society’s website where there are dedicated TCI turtle tracking pages.”

Green turtles are listed as ‘endangered’ by the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species, and are considered a culturally important marine resource in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

They have been fished and enjoyed for centuries in the TCI, and, in more recent decades, have also been a highlight for many divers and snorkelers holidaying in the Islands.

The tracking study hopes to understand which feeding areas are important to these large green turtles in TCI waters, whether or not these areas need protection, and which other countries share green turtle populations with the TCI The TCITP is a collaborative initiative involving DEMA, local fishermen, the UK’s Marine Conservation Society and University of Exeter, Duke University in the USA, the School for Field Studies

in South Caicos and the Amanyara Resort in Providenciales.

The project has been carrying out biological research, social research and extensive stakeholder engagement with fishing communities in the TCI since 2008, primarily through former project officer Amdeep Sanghera.

The TCITP’s recommendations, which were produced through consultation with fishermen, to amend and improve the legislation that regulates the TCI’s traditional turtle fishery were approved by TCI Government last year and came into force in July.

The new regulations introduced new size limits, including 18 inch minimum shell length and 24 inch maximum shell length size limits for green and hawksbill turtles.

These new limits protect small turtles, as well as large teenage and breeding adult turtles in TCI, but still allow fishers to access juvenile turtles of a good eating size.

An eight-month closed season for hawksbills was also introduced during the lobster open season, which gives hawksbill turtles additional protection during their peak breeding season.

The new turtle fishery regulations, including the new size limits, have been printed on t-shirts bearing a turtle image and the slogan ‘Size matters in the Turks and Caicos Islands’ and are currently being distributed by DEMA to promote the new laws.

Sea Biscuit and Yara are larger than 24 inch shell length and so are now protected under TCI fishery laws.

The tracking study hopes to discover where these teenage turtles go and understand whether or not they are protected in the other countries they visit.

Anyone encountering a turtle fitted with a satellite transmitter in TCI waters should leave it well alone and report it to DEMA officers.

People are encouraged to track the turtles online by logging into www. mcsuk.org/conservation_in_action/ Marine+turtles/Tracking+turtles.

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Land team visits Jamaica A GROUP from the Attorney Generals Chamber’s Lands Division visited Jamaica recently to get an update on modern registration and mapping techniques.

The team got a tour of the modern integrated land registry, cadastre and estate management systems of the National Land Agency (NLA).

Leading the delegation was Commissioner of Lands Tatum Clerveaux who said: “The NLA study tour is part of the Lands Division’s initiative to examine a range of IT solutions available to improve land administration and management in the TCI, due to the similarities in the organisational structure, practices and procedures, and advances made in automated land administration.

“The NLA was selected as one of two jurisdictions that the Lands Division will explore the IT options available for improving property registration and their potential impact on existing registration policies

and procedures; as well as to identify an appropriate solution for the local context.

“Our team will visit Cayman or Bermuda this year to observe their operation.”

The Turks and Caicos Islands with its fully registered and digitised cadastre of land, was previously among the leaders in the region in land registration and mapping.

However, over the past 20 years the TCI has not made much progression from its digitised base layers, according to a Government press release on May 7.

The next step for the TCI is the implementation of an integrated web-based system for land administration, which would lead to a more efficient service for conveyancing and better land management.

This would allow for e-conveyancing, electronic document tracking, digital access to property sales data, automated lease management, among other thing.

Members of the TCI team included James Fritz and

The TCI team meets with Jamaican land experts

Gervin Simmons, Director (acting) and Assistant Director (acting) of the Survey and Mapping Department, Naomi Been and Ketietta Simpson, Assistant Registrar and Registry Clerk of the Land Registry, and Shaaban Hoza, Chief Valuation Officer in the Valuation Department.

The three-day study expedition at the end of April began with presentations which gave the history of the land registration system in Jamaica, and an overview of the NLA, including the history of its establishment and its position within the public

sector framework.

Discussions on the operational procedures of the various divisions of the NLA, including the Titles Division, Estate Management Division, Valuation Division, Survey and Mapping Division and the Business Centre were also

incorporated.

The successes and challenges faced in the implementation of their electronic system and the future direction was also shared with the TCI delegation.

The tour included a

walkthrough of the core divisions, where the TCI delegates were able to view the ‘live’ production environment and gain insight into the technological requirements for making the NLAs automated land registration and management systems a success.

Church of God of Prophecy NATIONAL WOMEN’S MINISTRY Director’s Mothers’ Day Message As National Women’s Ministries Director of the COGOP Turks and Caicos Islands I Min. Carol Ann Skippings extend a warm and hearty Mother’s Day greeting to all mothers.

Mothers Day is a very special Day for all of us. A time that is set aside each year to recognize and appreciate the sacrifice and contributions of mothers across the world.

In Exodus 20:12 it is sanctioned “Honour thy Father and thy Mother that thy days may be long upon the land, which the Lord thy God giveth thee.”

I embrace this opportunity to honour our Mothers today.

Mothers are the world’s greatest asset. The great human influence upon our society comes from our Mothers.

A MAN was rushed to Cheshire Hall Medical Centre in Providenciales on Tuesday (May 12) after his vehicle collided with a concrete structure.

Witnesses at the scene told the Weekly News that the front tires of the truck blew out as the driver was heading into the Blue Hills area, triggering the collision.

From the photos sent to the media, it appears that the driver of the vehicle was trapped inside the truck and was rescued by emergency workers.

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As we celebrate this Mothers Day, we can express our gratitude for the one who gave us birth and who cared for us when we could not care for ourselves. She gave us cheer when we succeeded and consolation and comfort when we failed.

Mothers are kingdom builders, character constructors and recruiting agents for the eternal realms that lies beyond.

Today I salute all the mothers across the Turks and Caicos Islands, no gift to your mother can compare to the gift of life that she has given to you We honour God for all of you and for the tremendous sacrifices you make in raising the Children of the Turks and Caicos to be the next generation of parental, Spiritual, Christian and civic leaders.

May God bless you mothers and again I wish you “A Happy, and a wonderful Mother’s Day.”

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How does your garden grow 

BY DENIS Belanger - NATURE SPLENDOR

Denis is a passionate landscape architect who enjoys the creative process and his clients’ joy when projects come to life. Contact Denis at Nature Splendor for your landscaping, installation or garden maintenance needs.

For more information call 332-3381 or email denis@naturesplendor.net.

The not so lovely love vine HERE in the Turks and Caicos Islands, there is a pale yellow or orange-yellow vine that can be seen clinging to roadside bushes and trees.

Turks and Caicos Islanders call it ‘love vine’ because of its ability to strangle the life out of its host.

I haven’t had much luck in the love department myself, I like to refer to it as ‘hell weed’.

If this vine decides to take up residence in your yard, getting rid of it can be hell on Earth.

Dodder vine starts its life as a green, thin-leafed plant, wholly selfsufficient with a rope-like stem.

As it crawls along, it seeks a host plant or tree on which to climb and becomes a true parasite, giving up its green leaves and chlorophyll (mushrooms are the only other plant form not to produce chlorophyll), and receives its entire sustenance at the expense of the host it has attached itself to, eventually killing the host.

As it grows it produces small flowers with clusters of seeds.

When the host shrub is disturbed, the seeds fall to the ground and germinate, beginning the life cycle of yet another love vine plant.

The seeds also become airborne

by way of wind and birds.

It’s not easy to really get rid of it, if possible at all. But some basic measures can be done.

You can prune back the afflicted plant, but it is very important not to scatter the seed. Carefully place the branches in a plastic bag, picking up any pieces dropped. Tie carefully and remove immediately from your yard.

Be sure to carefully remove the stems that have penetrated the bark.

Also, study the ground for any new green plants that have germinated

and remove them by their root.

I have also found that a strong solution of nitrogen will cause the plant to ‘explode’ by forcing it to produce chlorophyll.

Either a strong solution of fertiliser or Round-Up in a spray bottle with a small nozzle will allow application to small areas.

If the solution happens to land on leaves they will burn and drop off, but should not harm the roots of an afflicted shrub.

The love vine has proliferated

throughout the local area due mostly to hurricanes that have spread seeds with high winds.

Try your best to identify dodder in adjacent vacant lots and along roadsides bordering your property and eliminate as outlined.

It takes constant vigilance and discipline to identify new vines and remove as soon as possible to prevent injury to your trees and shrubs.

Perhaps ‘love vine’ is an apt description, considering the amount of work and patience involved.

POLICE SAFETY TIPS

Break the cycle of domestic violence MOST people, when beaten or intimidated by someone in their own family, feel helpless, afraid, embarrassed, and guilty.

These emotions, plus a belief that what happened was not really a crime, often keep victims from taking any action.

Everyone hopes it won’t happen again. Unfortunately, abusers follow a predictable cycle - tension builds and erupts into an attack, then remorse and a period of reconciliation follow until tension again builds and is released by violence.

Children of abusive parents often are abused physically or sexually. In many cases, they continue the cycle of violence by abusing their own children.

Statistics show that children who witness violence are more likely to commit acts of violence later.

Although violence in families is drastically underreported, it affects all kinds of people regardless of gender, race, culture, age, sexual orientation, class, or citizenship status.

Economic dependence, fear, complex family emotional ties, low self-esteem, and lack of safe places to go make leaving almost impossible for many abused family members.

Any threat or attack against a person is a crime, no matter where it happens or who does it.

Call 911 or leave home immediately if you feel you’re in real physical danger.

If you think relatives may not want to help, seek a shelter for battered

women. Police, hospitals and churches can give you information.

Save evidence of the assault. Keep torn or bloodied clothing and go to the emergency room for treatment.

Get the names, addresses, and phone numbers of any witnesses. Report the assault to police as soon as possible.

Officers will investigate to see whether they can make an arrest. They can tell you about counselling, and shelters, and take you to the hospital.

They can also stay while you pack clothing and other personal items if you choose to leave.

If you have children, don’t leave them alone with the batterer. They may also be in danger of abuse.

Also, leaving them may constitute abandonment, which could hurt your chances of getting custody in the future.

By Audley Astwood Audley, a former police detective and broadcaster, is currently the press officer for the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force. His main focus is on crime prevention and community policing. For more information call 941-4448 or visit www.tcipolice.tc.

Many battered family members don’t report abuse, perhaps because they fear breaking up the family, retaliation by the abuser, or loss of income if the abuser is jailed.

Depending on the charges, judges usually impose a fine and an order for counselling rather than a prison sentence when offenders in family violence cases plead guilty.

The victim may request that the abuser receive counselling rather than

jail time.

Encourage friends and family to channel anger constructively and remember that the abuser’s power is based on secrecy.

Abuse must be brought into the open and talked about.

For more crime prevention tips, security awareness tips and home safety reminders, please log on to www.tcipolice.tc or www. facebook.com/rtcipf.

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ECO Tip  Lynn Robinson has lived in the Turks and Caicos Islands for 12 years and works at Big Blue Unlimited as a diving instructor, eco guide and boat captain. She is passionate about the environment and does regular beach clean ups while walking her three potcakes. Her other passion is running and can often be seen training for marathons and ultra-marathons.

YOUR BODY 

By Lynn Robinson

The true cost of bottled water MANY homes around the world, including in the Turks and Caicos Islands, have access to clean water straight from the tap.

So the question is why are sales of bottled water still so high, especially when it costs as much as 2,000 times more than tap water?

People in the US buy more than half a billion bottles of water ever week. That’s enough bottles to circle the globe five times.

Also add in the amount of oil needed to not only make the bottle but also to ship it around the world to its final destination.

Some bottles do get recycled although they are usually ‘downcycled’ to a product of lower quality which ultimately will end up in landfills or discarded into the environment.

Many bottles are washed up with the tides onto once pristine beaches or discarded carelessly by people who are just too lazy to dispose of them properly.

Many end up in the oceans only to degrade into smaller pieces, adding to the vast amount of plastic particles swirling around in the ocean currents.

These minuscule particles are then consumed by marine creatures who mistake them for plankton and as the plastic moves up the food chain the toxins in the plastic are multiplied.

Eventually the larger fish will end up being eaten by humans including a multitude of extra toxins which in turn cause various health issues.

Manufactured demand has been created by convincing people that bottled water is healthier through advertising, especially after sales of fizzy, sugary drinks dropped due to health concerns.

The reality though is that chemicals leach out from the plastic bottles into the water, especially when exposed to high heat, for example, in a hot car.

A small number of hotels here in the Turks and Caicos Islands have taken the initiative to hand out reusable bottles to guests and encourage them to refill them from dispensers around the property.

Hopefully one day all hotels will follow this lead to ensure a huge reduction in the amount plastic used in the Islands.

Invest in a filter for your tap and buy a reusable bottle to help reduce your plastic consumption.

If bottled water is the only option, buy locally bottled water instead.

The inspirational message on my reusable bottle is as follows: ‘Save our seabirds ‘Imagine this bottle as a way to clean up the beach, ‘to rid the ocean of plastic pollution, ‘as a way for seabirds to fly like living winds, ‘not ingesting drink caps or other plastic bits.

‘Imagine this bottle as a way for you to make a simple change, ‘to shape this world into a better place.’

Dr Craig Zavitz is a Canadian chiropractor registered in the Turks and Caicos Islands. He specialises in gentle manual therapies, activator, therapeutic laser, and smoking cessation.

To make appointments call 941-5252 or email craig@gracebaychiro.com. For more information visit www.gracebaychiro.com. Dr Zavitz will be returning to Providenciales on May 23 until 30.

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BY Dr Craig Zavitz

Sweet dreams LACK of sleep is no joke and getting a good night’s rest is important. We spend about one- third of our lives sleeping, so getting the most out of it is essential.

Preventing stress or worries that keep you up at night may be difficult, but a few simple lifestyle and nutritional changes can help you wake-up feeling refreshed.

For a good night’s rest: When choosing a mattress, look for one that is comfortably supportive.

A mattress should be flexible enough to adapt to your body’s shape, while providing firm support for your spine.

Your mattress should be replaced every eight to 12 years to ensure the proper support and comfort.

Be selective when choosing a pillow. When lying on your side, your head, neck and shoulders should remain level with your mid and lower spine.

When lying on your back, your head and neck should remain level with your upper back and spine.

Your sleeping position is also an important factor in how you will feel when you wake-up.

Lying on your back or side allows your head, neck and spine to relax into their natural alignment.

Have low back pain? Try sleeping

on your back and place a pillow under your knees to take some of the pressure off your back.

Things to keep in mind: Limit your intake of caffeinated beverages such as coffee, colas and tea in the evening. Caffeine is a stimulant and can make it difficult for you to fall asleep.

Try to go to bed at the same time every day. This includes weekends!

This will help to keep your sleep cycle in a regular rhythm.

Expose yourself to bright light

or sunlight soon after you wake up. This will help to regulate your body’s natural biological clock.

Avoid looking at the clock if you happen to wake in the middle of the night. This can cause added anxiety and keep you awake even longer.

If you can’t fall asleep after 30 minutes of trying, get out of bed and do something boring in dim light until you become sleepy.

If you still experience trouble sleeping, consult with a chiropractor to discuss what treatments may help improve your quality of sleep.

has melted and is lightly golden.

• While still warm and a bit flexible, release the biscuits from the baking parchment with a palette or cutlery knife, then cool until firm.

• To serve, heat the soup and divide between six bowls. Scatter with mint and sliced spring onions, if you like, and serve with the parmesan biscuits on the side.

Weekly Recipe

Pea, mint and spring onion soup with parmesan biscuits Ingredients • 1 tbsp olive oil • Knob of butter • ½ bunch spring onion, sliced, plus a few extra to serve • 1 potato, cut into small dice • 1l hot vegetable stock • 900g frozen petits pois • ½ small bunch mint, leaves picked, plus a few extra to serve • 85g parmesan (or vegetarian alternative), very finely grated Method • Heat the olive oil and butter in a heavy based pan. When foaming, add the spring onions and potato.

Gently fry without colouring for about five minutes.

• Stir in the stock, bring to the boil and simmer for 10 minutes or until the potato is tender.

• Stir in the peas, bring to the boil again, then cook for about three minutes until they are just done.

• Remove the pan from the heat, add the mint leaves and whizz in a blender or food processor until smooth.

• To make the parmesan biscuits, heat the grill to high. Line a baking sheet with baking parchment and divide the grated parmesan into six long strips.

• Grill for one minute or until the cheese

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Report: One in five girls sexually abused in the Cayman Islands NEARLY one in five adolescent girls in the Cayman Islands reported that they had been sexually abused, in a comprehensive survey of young people in the territory.

The Adolescent Health and Sexuality Survey, which was set to be officially released on Wednesday, May 13, raises concerns about high levels of physical and sexual abuse as well as mental ill-health among teenagers.

“The picture that emerges from these results is of adolescents vulnerable to ill-health and even suicide attempts as a result of a combination of factors including violence and lack of emotional support from key institutions, namely the family, school and health care services,” according to an advance copy of the report, seen by the Cayman Compass.

A series of surveys with 955 young people, aged 15 to 19, were conducted in 2012 by health officials in collaboration with the Pan American Health Organization as part of its regional work on risk factors and social issues affecting young people in relation to HIV and sexually transmitted infections.

“A cluster of risk factors is of great concern, namely violence, mental ill-health and drug use,” according to the report, which officials say was

not finalized until January of this year.

Key findings include: Nearly one in five girls (18.6 percent) said they had been sexually abused in childhood One in 20 respondents said they had been raped the first time they had sex Of those who were sexually active, one in eight had gotten pregnant or caused a pregnancy, and one in 12 girls had an abortion Nearly a quarter of respondents, male and female, had suicidal thoughts in the past year. One in six of those had tried to kill themselves One in six had suffered physical injuries from being assaulted by an adult Around a third of girls and a quarter of boys reported drinking, mental health problems, drug use or violence among their parents or other adults at home.

The report warns of substantial levels of mental ill-health, including loneliness, anxiety, depression and suicidal thoughts, particularly among teenage girls. Those who had been sexually abused were 7.5 times more likely to attempt suicide, according to the survey.

“Results on suicide confirm the critical importance of abuse and violence in affecting the wellbeing

of adolescents,” the report notes.

Health officials suggest the findings show that the prevalence of physical and sexual abuse, while alarming, are similar to and in some cases lower than global statistics.

“This indicates that the Cayman Islands, like the rest of the world, needs to continue to take the issue of child abuse very seriously,” said Nancy Barnard, deputy chief officer in the Ministry of Health.

The report is dated 2013, but health officials say they did not receive the final draft until January this year.

Premier and Health Minister Alden McLaughlin said enacting recommendations based on the report is a key priority for the ministry.

The report recommends a targeted approach to dealing with young people identified as being at risk.

“These vulnerabilities do not affect all young people equally, and it is important to focus attention on those who are more exposed to violence and have less support.

The study also showed the highly gendered nature of violence and mental health.

“Young women and girls generally had poorer mental health and this is at least partially associated with sexual abuse and violence against them, especially in the domestic space.”

Hollande’s vow to settle ‘debt’ to Haiti sparks confusion FRENCH President François Hollande had some explaining to do after vowing Sunday to “settle the debt” France owes to Haiti, with aides rushing to clarify that the debt referred to was a moral one and did not involve any financial compensation.

Speaking at the inauguration of the ACTe slavery memorial in Guadeloupe on May 10 – France’s national day to commemorate the abolition of the slave trade – Hollande surprised his audience by seemingly making a promise for his upcoming visit to Haiti.

“When I come to Haiti, I will, for my part, settle the debt that we have.”

Within seconds, the announcement was repeated hundreds of times on social media. “Haiti’s debt is to be paid? Am I dreaming?” asked one enthusiastic tweet.

Hollande’s words reawakened a claim made by many Haitians: that their country is owed back the money it was required to pay to France after becoming independent in 1804.

To offset the income that would

Francois Hollande was reportedly speaking of a moral debt and not a financial one.

be lost by French settlers and slave owners, France demanded that the newly independent state pay compensation amounting to 150 million gold francs. After a new deal was struck in 1838, Haiti agreed to pay France 90 million gold francs (the equivalent of €17 billion today).

It was not until 1952 that Haiti made the final payment on what became

known as its “independence debt”.

But hopes of an imminent repayment were soon swept away.

Aides to the French president quickly clarified that he was speaking only of the “moral debt” France owes the nation and not of any financial compensation. The misunderstanding was seen as a blunder by some and taken as an affront by others.

Sophia Martelly had even renounced her US citizenship in her Senate hopes.

Haiti officials reject Sophia Martelly’s bid for Senate seat AN elections committee in Haiti has rejected first lady Sophia Martelly’s bid to run for Senate.

Electoral council spokesman Richardson Dumel said Wednesday that the committee would not allow the wife of President Michel Martelly to pursue her candidacy. He did not provide details about the decision.

Opposition officials had

contested the first lady’s eligibility for various reasons, including an argument that she holds dual U.S.Haitian citizenship.

Martelly renounced her U.S. citizenship last year seeking to become eligible to run for a Senate district that includes the capital. She could not be reached for comment.

Elections are scheduled to be held Aug. 9. (Yahoo/AP)

Bermuda residents split over gay marriage SOME 50 per cent of Bermuda’s residents are against a change in law allowing for gay marriage according to a survey released by the Global Research Strategy Group.

Some 400 residents aged 18 and above were questioned in the survey with results weighted to be representative of Bermuda’s population with an error margin of +/- 5 per cent at the 95 per cent confidence level.

Of those who answered the question, 36 per cent were for legislative change while 13 per cent said they did not know. The youngest respondents, 18 to 34-year-olds, were the most supportive of a change in law with 47 per cent in favour. The age bracket least in favour was 55 to 65 with 71 per cent of respondents selecting no.

From a racial perspective, 54 per cent of black people were against a law change while 54 per cent of the white people surveyed were in favour.

Respondents were also asked whether they would be accepting if their child told them that they were gay to which 61 per cent of all residents answered yes and only 16 per cent answered no.

Those aged 45 to 54 were most accepting with 72 per cent of respondents answering yes.

The black community were more

in favour of accepting their child is gay than they were of a change in law allowing same sex marriage with 59 per cent answering yes. Some 67 per cent of white people replied they would be accepting.

A final, seemingly unrelated survey question, asked whether economic hardship had prevented residents from meeting financial obligations to which 43 per cent responded that it had. Those respondents aged 18 to 34 were the most impacted according to the results with 60 per cent saying that hardship had caused them to miss finacnaila obligations.

Black respondents were more likely to be unable to meet financial obligations at 49 per cent compared to 23 per cent of white reposndents.

Nosheen Syed, CEO of Global Research & Strategy Group told The Royal Gazette: “Global Research regularly conducts research on current topics to understand societal opinion. It is very important for policymakers to engage the public vs assume that they understand how people think and feel about a certain topic.

“The results from this particular survey show that the public is divided (50 per cent oppose) changing the law to allow gay marriage in Bermuda for visitors or locals.

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Two survive St Vincent plane crash TWO men survived, reportedly suffering only soft tissue injuries, after the small private plane they were flying in crashed in Georgetown, on the windward side of St Vincent, on Monday.

The pilot, St Lucian Wayne McDiarmed, and his co-pilot, Marvin Fabian Peka of Grenada, remained in hospital overnight.

They were on board a Cessna C-337 Skymaster on their way to Carraicou from St. Lucia when the plane went down after 2:30 p.m.

A man who said he saw the crash told I-Witness News that the plane seemed to have lost power David Granger (left) and his deputy Moses Nagamootoo are set to lead the next government in Guyana. (Stabroek News photo)

Multiracial coalition unseats Guyana ruling party - election board GUYANA’S multiracial opposition coalition has won a national election, breaking the ruling Indo-Guyanese party’s 23 year-old grip on power, the election board said on Thursday, signalling a new era in the ethnically-divided South American nation.

The APNU+AFC coalition, led by former army brigadier and publisher David Granger, won 206,817 votes, versus 201,457 for President Donald Ramotar’s PPP party, the election authorities said after all votes were counted.

Ramotar said the elections were rigged and demanded a recount, without giving more details of his accusations.

Diplomats from the United Kingdom and the United States said they were free and fair, and the Guyana Elections Commission said its first tally was unlikely to change on review.

Since gaining independence from Britain in 1966, the nation of just 740,000 people has suffered tensions, and occasional violence, between citizens of Indian and African descent.

The People’s Progressive Party (PPP) has ruled since 1992 and AfroGuyanese complain they are marginalised. Prior to that time it was the other way round.

But the coalition, a recent fusion between the traditional Afro-Guyanese party and a smaller third party (racially unbiased), had campaigned to break that hegemony, cheered

on by youth less hung up on ethnicity and increasingly fed up with the status quo.

“We are a six-party coalition and we are the closest Guyana has ever gotten to a government of national unity and that makes me very happy,” said a beaming Granger at his Georgetown home after results were announced.

The 69-year-old has a degree in history and received military training in Nigeria, Brazil and the United Kingdom. He is the founder of a security consultancy, also worked as magazine publisher, and enjoys collecting coins.

Majority black villages erupted in celebration, with delighted supporters breaking into song and dance.

“We have shown that the old, divided way of thinking is fading and Guyana is changing,” said Amir Dillwar, 24.

Granger, who is set to take the presidency, has vowed to combat corruption, increase public sector salaries and lower individual taxes.

Gold, diamond, and bauxite have boosted growth in recent years, but many Guyanese have yet to enjoy the spoils and Ramotar’s government has been dogged by accusations of corruption and nepotism.

“We note the allegations ... but have found no evidence to support them,” British High Commissioner Greg Quinn said in a statement about the ruling party’s complaints over the vote. (Reuters)

Cayman Islands looking to double size of airport terminal

DESIGNS are under way and work should begin by the end of summer on a $67 million project that will double the size of the Cayman Islands’ main airport terminal.

The building to receive passengers at the territory’s Owen Roberts International Airport will be expanded to 200,000 square feet, which will triple the amount of previously available public space in the terminal, according to the Cay Compass newspaper.

“There are a lot of details that aren’t worked out, but a lot of the big picture items are,” said Steve Harrill, an architect working on the project.

He added that the design plans — which call for the facility to resemble a sea turtle to commemorate the islands’ marine heritage — are 30 percent complete. Construction could be complete by 2018.

The current terminal, which was built in 1984, was designed to accommodate up to 500,000 people each year, but a recent boom in tourism has meant that more than one million people use the airport annually.

and was gliding before it clipped some trees and went down.

Leon Yearwood, a security officer at the Langley Park Airstrip, said he rushed to the scene to help the crash victims, assisted by other residents.

Another man, who did not want to be named, told the online news site that by the time he arrived, one of the men was already out and people in the community came out and “did a good job in saving the [other] guy’s life”.

Investigators from the Eastern Caribbean Civil Aviation Authority visited the site. (Caribbean360)

The pilot and co-pilot only suffered soft tissue injuries.

Jamaica Parliament gives nod to joining CCJ JAMAICA cleared the first hurdle to becoming the fifth Caribbean country to replace London’s Privy Council with the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ), after the House of Representatives yesterday passed three bills needed to make it happen.

All 42 government MPs, including the Speaker of the House Michael Peart, and the 21 opposition MPs showed up for the vote yesterday and stuck firmly to their parties’ positions.

Peart had to cast his vote to ensure the government side had the two-thirds majority it

needed to pass the Constitution (Amendment) (Caribbean Court of Justice) bill which amends the Constitution to repeal provisions relating to appeals to the Privy Council and replace them with provisions establishing the CCJ as Jamaica’s final court.

Also getting the green light, but needing only a simple majority in the 63seat Parliament, were: the Caribbean Court of Justice Act which makes provisions for establishing the CCJ as a superior court of record with appellate jurisdiction; and the Judicature (Appellate

Jurisdiction) (Amendment) Act which repeals provisions for appeals to the Privy Council and excludes any appeals to the Privy Council instituted prior to implementation of the regional court.

The three now have to get the approval of the Senate where the ruling People’s National Party (PNP) does not have a two-thirds majority.

There are 13 government senators and eight senators from the opposition Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) in the Upper House, which means at least one JLP senator would have to break ranks.

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Middle Caicos school concert reflects on past five years

By David Tapfer THE FIFTH annual music concert and play was last week Friday (May 8) put on by the Doris Robinson Primary School in Middle Caicos.

Presiding over the well-attended affair at the community centre was woman of ceremony Julia Harvey.

The event drew people from Middle and North Caicos as well as Providenciales.

Attending were students from South Caicos as well as Youth Ambassador Kerchelle Bain.

The theme of this year’s concert was ‘Reflections of five years of music and fun’ as students performed a number of the songs they had sung and played at concerts and other events during the last five years.

Many of the presentations, both old and new, were selected and arranged by the students themselves reflecting not only the past but their progress in learning the basics of the musical and dramatic arts.

Joining in the fun were the South Caicos students who performed a cultural number featuring the conch shell, drums, a saw and rattle as instruments.

Doris Robinson students played on their ukuleles (junior guitars) sang and performed wearing costumes.

The kindergarten to third grade

Grade four, five and six students play and sing the National Song

students wore cat costumes for their skit later singing a peanut song which ended with the youngsters distributing roasted peanuts to the crowd.

Older students performed patriotic songs including ‘This land is your land’ and ‘This land of ours’ led by Kobe Forbes.

The play featured Tolani Oladimeji and Kobe as two seasoned old people under the tree reminiscing about the past.

Their performance had the audience laughing as they enjoyed the conversation between these old folks.

Tolani showed her wide range of talent beyond the dramatic arts, singing, playing the keyboard, ukulele and choreographing a song and dance number.

Her brother and fellow student Tayo performed a solo on a 100-year-

old small banjo.

Esther Durosier brought loud applause and an encore for her special version of ‘We shall overcome.’

Principal Keisha Mills celebrated her staff and joined with teacher Brenda Lee Harvey singing ‘Through the years’.

The students were joined by former graduates Latisha Handfield and Matayo Neat, with Matayo showing his special talents on his parlour guitar while Latisha brought together Tolani, Kobe and Ruthann Forbes as 2015 graduates marching to join her at Raymond Gardiner High School next year.

Following the show, attendees were invited to join in the refreshment and other festivities which were opened by Kobe Forbes with a prayer and a special benediction by Tayo and Alexandria Robinson.

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New fishing rules come into effect on June 1

CHANGES to the Fisheries Protection Ordinance will take effect on June 1, the Government reminded in a press release on Monday (May 11).

The amendments include a ban on pelagic long-line fishing, gill nets, the taking of sea cucumbers, and commercial export of sharks and rays.

There will be a minimum and maximum size restriction for Nassau Grouper, a minimum size for all snapper species, excluding red and black snappers, and a minimum size for bonefish.

Regulations will be put in place for the fishing of stone crab and the taking of lionfish.

And finally there will be a special licensing requirement for trap boats carrying more than 20 traps, including registration, reporting and trap placement restrictions.

Anyone found to be

in contravention of these amendments from June 1 will be committing an offence that is punishable by a fine, imprisonment or both.

Governor Peter Beckingham made the changes to the Fisheries Protection Ordinance Regulations under section three of the ordinance.

In the press release the Department of Environment and Maritime Affairs (DEMA) also stressed that the closed season for stone crab fishing is from June 1 to October 15.

During the closed season any person who fishes for, purchases or is in possession of a stone crab will be committing an offence that is punishable by a fine or imprisonment or both.

Reports on contraventions of the Fisheries Protection Ordinance Regulations can be made to DEMA on 338-4170 or emailed to environment@gov.tc.

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Entertainment Black Miss Japan fights for race revolution ARIANA Miyamoto entered the Miss Universe Japan beauty contest after a mixedrace friend committed suicide.

And she endured abuse after winning the crown because of her skin colour.

Far from being put off by the backlash, Miyamoto resolved to use her newfound fame to help fight racial prejudice -- in much the same way British supermodel Naomi Campbell broke down cultural barriers in the fashion industry a generation ago.

“I’m stubborn,” said Miyamoto, the daughter of a Japanese mother and black American father, who turned 21 on Tuesday.

“I was prepared for the criticism. I’d be lying to say it didn’t hurt at all. I’m Japanese -- I stand up and bow when I answer the phone. But that criticism did give me extra motivation,” she told AFP in an interview.

“I didn’t feel any added

pressure because the reason I took part in the pageant was my friend’s death. My goal was to raise awareness of racial discrimination,” added Miyamoto, who was bullied as a schoolgirl growing up in the port town of Sasebo, near Nagasaki.

“Now I have a great platform to deliver that message as the first black Miss Universe Japan. It’s always hard to be the first, so in that respect what Naomi Campbell did was really amazing.”

Social media lit up after Miyamoto’s victory in March, many critics complaining the title should have gone to what they called a “pure” Japanese, rather than a “haafu” (the Japanese pronunciation of “half”, a word used to describe mixed race).

Miyamoto, who turns heads in Japan with her caramel skin and height of 1.73 m (5 ft 8 ins), admitted she has had to toughen up.

Ariana Miyamoto is trying to change the culture in Japan.

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New laws to target radicalisation in UK DAVID Cameron is to set out a string of new powers to tackle radicalisation, saying the UK has been a “passively tolerant society” for too long.

The PM will tell the National Security Council a counterextremism bill will be in the Queen’s Speech on 27 May. The bill will include new immigration rules, powers to close down premises used by extremists and “extremism disruption orders”.

Mr Cameron will say a “poisonous” extremist ideology must be confronted.

The proposals were first set out by Home Secretary Theresa May before the general election.

But the Conservatives were unable to secure the backing of their then Liberal Democrat coalition partners for the measures.

There is likely to be some opposition in the new Parliament on the grounds that some of the plans could infringe people’s right to free speech, BBC home affairs correspondent Danny Shaw said.

The measures are also expected to introduce banning orders for extremist organisations who use hate speech in public places, but whose activities fall short of it being proscribed as a terror group.

The banning orders and extremism disruption orders will work in a similar way to ASBOs, with police having to go to the courts to obtain them, a Downing Street spokesman said.

The home secretary is also looking at the possibility of tightening asylum rules for those who express

Five million fewer Americans identify as Christian in 2015 compared with a poll in 2007.

US Christians numbers ‘decline sharply’, poll finds Re-elected PM David Cameron said that the UK has been a “passively tolerant society” for too long.

extremist views, he added.

Extremism is defined in the government’s prevent strategy as “vocal or active opposition to fundamental British values including democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, mutual respect and tolerance of different faiths and beliefs. In addition, calling for the deaths of members of the armed forces”.

Theresa May told BBC Radio 4 Today the government wants to “bring people together to ensure we are living together as one society”.

She said: “What we are proposing is a bill which will have certain measures within it, measures such as introducing banning orders for groups and disruption orders for individuals, for those who are out there actively trying to promote this hatred and intolerance which can lead to division in our society and undermines our British values.

“But it will be part of a bigger picture , a strategy which will also have as a key part of it actually promoting our British values, our values of democracy, rule of law, tolerance and acceptance of different faiths.”

The measures, she added, will focus on “extremism of all sorts... that is seeking to promote hatred, that is seeking to divide our society, that is seeking to undermine the very values that make us a great country to live in”.

According to details given by Mrs May at last year’s Conservative Party conference, such orders would apply if ministers “reasonably believe” a group intended to incite religious or racial hatred, to threaten democracy, or if there was a pressing need to protect the public from harm, either from a risk of violence, public disorder, harassment or other criminal acts.

THE number of Americans who identify as Christian has fallen nearly eight percentage points in only seven years, according to a new survey.

Pew Research Center found that 71% of Americans identified as Christian in 2014 - down from 78% in 2007.

In the same period, Americans identifying as having no religion grew from 16% to 23%.

Fifty-six million Americans do not observe any religion, the second largest community after Evangelicals.

The United States still remains home to more Christians than any other nation, with roughly seven-inten continuing to identify with some branch of Christianity.

In 2007 and then again in 2014, Pew conducted the “Religious Landscape Study”, interviewing 35,000 people each time.

Pew researchers say the losses they discovered were driven mainly by a decrease among liberal Protestants and Catholics and occurred in all regions of the US and among all ages and demographics.

About 5 million fewer Americans now identify as Christian compared to when the study was conducted in 2007.

In the South, those not-affiliated with religion - or as the researchers call them, “nones” - rose to 19% of the population, while in the Northeast they climbed to 25%.

In the West “nones” are a larger group than any religion, making up 28% of the public.

Greg Smith, Pew’s associate research director, said the findings “point to substantive changes” among the religiously unaffiliated, not just a shift in how people describe themselves.

Non-religious Americans have become increasingly organised since 2007, forming political groups designed to keep religion out of public life.

Kelly Damerow with the Secular Coalition for America tells BBC News that the Pew findings “lend credence to the growth we’ve witnessed within our community and that we have the potential to hold a lot of political clout”. (BBC)

Vatican to recognise Palestinian state in treaty THE Vatican is to formally recognise Palestinian statehood in a treaty that will be signed shortly, officials say.

Israel has expressed its disappointment at the decision which it says will not advance the peace process.

Talks between the Palestinians and the Vatican - which favours a two-state solution to the IsraeliPalestinian conflict - have gone of for 20 years.

President Abbas meets the Pope this weekend when two 19th Century Palestinian nuns will be canonised.

The Vatican is eager that property and civil rights of the Catholic Church in the Palestinian state is protected, correspondents say.

According to the New York Times, it has strong religious interests in the Israeli-occupied Palestinian territories that include Christian holy sites.

The BBC’s David Willey in Rome says that Pope Francis is making every effort to strengthen the Christian presence in the Middle East at a time when when hundreds of thousands of Arab Christians are fleeing Islamic violence.

The Vatican’s announcement comes amid growing momentum to recognise Palestinian statehood.

Over the last year the European Parliament as well as the UK, Republic of Ireland, Spain and France have all passed non-binding

motions in favour.

Sweden has gone further, officially recognising Palestine as a state.

The moves have been criticised

by Israel, which says recognition of statehood in this way discourages Palestinians from resuming talks on a final status agreement.

IMPORTANT The agreement on Wednesday will define Catholic Church activities in areas controlled by the Palestinian Authority, the Holy See said on Wednesday.

A joint statement released by the Vatican said that the wording of the treaty had been finalised and would be officially signed by the respective

Pope Francis delighted his Palestinian hosts by referring to the “state of Palestine” during a threeday visit to the Middle East a year ago.

authorities “in the near future”.

Similar separate negotiations have also been going on for two decades between the Vatican and Israel, but so far without reaching full agreement.

This weekend President Abbas will have talks with Pope Francis at the Vatican, and on Sunday he will

be attend a canonisation ceremony during which two Palestinian nuns who lived in the 19th Century - when Palestine was part of the Ottoman empire - will be declared saints.

They will be the first new saints from the Arab world to be named since the early days of Christianity.

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Derailed Philadelphia Amtrak train ‘was speeding’

No to abuse’ reads this sign held at a protest against child abuse in Asuncion.

Paraguay rebuked over pregnant child rape victim PARAGUAY “failed to protect” a pregnant 10-year-old rape victim who has been denied an abortion, a group of UN human rights experts has said.

The girl allegedly became pregnant after being raped by her stepfather.

The Paraguayan government’s decision has resulted in “grave violations” of the girl’s rights, the experts said, and called for her to have access to “all necessary healthcare”.

Paraguay bans abortion except

in cases where the mother’s life is at risk.

There are no exceptions for rape victims or very young girls.

The girl’s 42-year-old stepfather was arrested on Saturday. He denies wrongdoing.

The country’s health minister Antonio Barrios told the Paraguayan newspaper ABC (in Spanish) that abortion had been “completely ruled out” for the girl, and that he was hopeful for a “happy outcome” to her pregnancy.

AN Amtrak train that derailed in Philadelphia, killing at least seven people, was travelling at twice the speed limit, say safety experts.

The driver applied the emergency brakes when the train hit 106mph (170km/h) on a 50mph track, said the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB).

But his efforts had only brought the speed down to 102mph when the deadly crash happened.

He has been identified in US media as 32-year-old Brandon Bostian. ‘’He remembers going to that area generally, [but] has absolutely no recollection of the incident or anything unusual,” his attorney Robert Goggin told ABC. Robert Sumwalt of the NTSB told reporters a speed control system had not yet been installed in that area, unlike other parts of the route along Amtrak’s Northeast Corridor.

“We feel that had such a system been installed in this section of track, this accident would not have occurred,” he said.

Amtrak Train 188 was going from Washington to New York when it derailed on Tuesday night, leaving more 200 people injured.

The death toll rose from six to seven on Wednesday, as another body was found by the search and rescue team.

The New York National Guard has deployed to Philadelphia to assist local authorities.

As emergency crews continued to dig through the wreckage, lawmakers in Washington debated the future of Amtrak’s budget, with one spending committee voting to slash their funding by almost a fifth.

“We are divesting from America,” accused one member of Congress.

“Don’t use this tragedy in that way,” another Congressman responded angrily.

Congress has only 18 more days before federal funding for

transportation infrastructure expires, but the funding is likely to be temporarily extended.

Amtrak is a national publicly funded rail service, serving tens of millions of people every year.

The crash happened not far from the site of a derailment in 1943 that killed 79 people, one of the worst train accidents in the US. A train travelling at almost twice the speed limit crashed in Spain in 2013, also killing 79 people. (BBC)

Labour leadership: Cooper and Burnham bids ahead of September election

Fire fighters attempt to control a raging fire Wednesday at a factory that manufactures slippers in Valenzuela City, north of Manila.

Philippine factory fire kills 72 POLICE will open a criminal investigation into a Philippine factory fire that killed at least 72 people, as a relative of several of the victims said Thursday the blaze had trapped workers in the building’s second floor where iron grills on windows prevented their escape.

Most of the bodies were retrieved from the gutted two-story Kentex Manufacturing Corp. rubber slipper factory a day after the fire raged for over five hours in the outskirts of the capital, Manila.

As forensic officers worked to identify the dead and reconcile their names with those listed as missing, questions were being raised if the

factory followed fire and building safety standards.

Dionesio Candido, whose daughter, granddaughter, sisterin-law and niece were among the missing, said iron grills reinforced with fencing wire covered windows on the second floor that “could prevent even cats from escaping.”

He said he was allowed by authorities to enter the gutted building, where he saw charred remains “piled on top of each other.”

Local media reports quoted relatives as saying their kin sent frantic text messages asking for help from second floor, but contact was lost shortly after.

EX-CABINET ministers Andy Burnham and Yvette Cooper are to stand for Labour’s leadership, with the winner elected in September before the party conference.

Health spokesman Mr Burnham said the party must support the “aspirations of everyone”, while shadow home secretary Ms Cooper said it must promise “hope”.

They join Chuka Umunna and Liz Kendall in the race to succeed Ed Miliband.

Acting leader Harriet Harman pledged an “open and honest” debate on the future, as she set out the election timetable.

“Our challenge now is to use this time to listen and learn, to elect a new leader and deputy leader who will rebuild the Labour Party in order to take the fight to this Tory government and to stand up for Britain,” she said.

Mr Miliband resigned last week after the party was left with just 232 seats, having sustained heavy losses at the hands of the SNP and failing to make ground in England. The Conservatives defied the opinion polls to win an overall majority.

Ex-Cabinet ministers Yvette Cooper and Andy Burnham join the contest for Labour’s top spot.

Under the timetable drawn up by the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC), hopefuls have until 15 June to meet the requirement of having the backing of 15% of the party’s MPs by gaining nominations from 34 colleagues.

Under rules agreed last year, all Labour Party members, registered supporters and affiliated supporters - including union members - will be allowed one vote each.

The ballot will close on 10 September, with the new leader announced two days later. Labour’s

annual conference begins on 27 September.

In a video announcing his intention to stand, Mr Burnham said the party needed a leader “whose voice could carry into all the nations and regions of the UK”.

“Our challenge is not to go left or right, to focus on one part of the country above another, but to rediscover the beating heart of Labour,” he said, adding: “That is about the aspirations of everyone, speaking to them like we did in 1997.”

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Maintenance Technician

We are seeking a well-qualified candidate for the position of Maintenance Technician.

We require an all-round Maintenance Technician with strong experience and knowledge of air conditioning and refrigeration. Also but not limited to, experience in plumbing and electrical repairs, painting, pool maintenance, tool and equipment maintenance, Klargester sewage systems, woodwork and general labour. Candidate must be prepared to work weekends and holidays, be on-call evenings and will be required to live on property or in close proximity to the property. Candidate must also have their own vehicle.

Wage is dependent on experience and qualifications.

Please apply in writing to: Point Grace, PO Box 700, Grace Bay, Providenciales.

Email: humanresources@pointgrace.com or Fax: 946-5097 11545

REQUIRED FOR ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016

GRADUATE TEACHERS

To teach all relevant subjects at IGCSE and Advanced Level.

Suitable candidates must have a Bachelor's Degree and teaching qualifications, a minimum of five (5) years teaching experience the British National Curriculum and CIE Examination syllabi.

PART-TIME LIBRARIAN

Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

CV, letter of application and names of 2 referees to be sent in writing to:

The Principal, British West Indies Collegiate PO Box 338, Providenciales or Email: bwicprincipal@tciway.tc Suitable candidates will be called for interview.

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MAG Enterprises LTD Is seeking a qualified individual to fill the post of “Boutique Manager”.

And “Sales Representative”. These positions are based at a resort and responsible for management and operations of the boutique.

Boutique Manager

MEDINCO LTD.

Is seeking the following:

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POINT GRACE RESORT

WANTED A MECHANIC HELPER/ YARD LABOURER AT CAICOS MARINA AND SHIPYARD

Requirements: • Must have proven experience hauling and blocking boats in correct areas on blocks and stands • General understanding of boat construction • Mechanical knowledge of heavy equipment to and ability to check on a daily basis and service • Keen attention to detail • Self motivated • Ability to work some weekends and holidays Duties Include: Cleaning the facilities, landscaping, greasing machinery, washing boats, pressure washing boat bottoms, sanding and painting boat bottoms using antifouling paint.

Application: Applications must be submitted in writing and delivered by hand to Caicos Marina and Shipyard, Long Bay Highway, Providenciales.

Prior experience working at a marina would be a plus. Salary paid at hourly rate of $8.00. Closing date for applications is 15 June, 2015

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Key Duties and Responsibilities • Supervise and Monitor overall floor operations • Organize daily display designs and resort themes • Manage store inventories by monitoring weekly sales reports; selection and procurement of store merchandise • Marketing of store merchandise, including weekly promotions • Monitor overall store quality, including stock levels, merchandising, sales growth • Supervise and manage staff, including scheduling, training, and coaching staff • Prepare daily and monthly sales reports for MAJ’s Directors

NOTICE LOST LAND CERTIFICATE

Qualifications • Qualifications in Marketing, Tourism or Business will be an asset • At least five years (5) managerial experience in retail and sales • Must be skilled in ordering methods and inventory management • Must be proficient in computer systems, accounting and data management soft ware • Will be required to work nights, long hours, weekends and holidays • Ability to speak French will be a plus

Whereas, SASHA JANELLE LIGHTBOURNE of P.O. BOX 646, Alexandria, Va. 22313 as personal representative of DOUGLAS MCARTHUR LIGHTBOURNE (deceased), has be declared that the Land Certificate for the above mentioned title number(s) registered in his/her/their name was inadvertently mislaid and cannot be found.

Sales Representative • Maintain all floor displays and promotions to company standards.

• Meet, Greet and Welcome all customers in the boutique.

• Complete product knowledge of all items, Size, Description, Use, Price and etc • Participate in the marketing of store merchandise, Weekly fashion shows, and implementing innovative weekly promotions • Proficient use of QuickBooks POS and Inventory system

Interested person should forward a letter of application and resumes to narikaw@gmail.com, no later than May 25th 2015

REGISTERED LAND ORDINANCE, CAP 9.05

TITLE NUMBER SECTION ISLAND 10203/193 NORTH WEST SUBURBS GRAND TURK

Take notice that I, Brandie Anderson, Registrar of Lands, shall issue a new land certificate for the said title six weeks of the date of the first publication of this Notice in a local newspaper and the Gazette.

Dated this 23rd day of March 2015.

Signed ..........................................................................................

Registrar of Lands Witnessed .....................................................................................

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INSIGHT LTD.

ASSISTANT MANAGER

Merchandiser

Is required for a vacation resort property on Grace Bay

FACES AND FINGERS

– $10.00 per hour

Qualifications:

10 years experience in hotel management a must. Must be willing to work on commission with small base salary.

Aesthetician Nail Technician

Interested persons can email resume to: resume@tcivacations.com 11516

Contact: 941-4411

Is looking for a

GUS MOTORS is looking for a

caretaker/ housekeeper Welder To work 6 days contact: 339-6100 11528

fax resumes with cover letter

to: 649-941-8388

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per week salary $6.50 per hour.

To work 5 days per week must have at least 5 years experience salary $10.00 per hour.

HOLIDAY VILLAGE

LEMON CAFÉ

S CURRENTLY SEEKING

Is seeking a

Dishwasher

I3 LABOURERS

Remuneration $6.25 per hour must be willing to work flexible hours including evening and holidays

4 DOMESTIC WORKERS WEEKLY SALARY

Please call Kamila @ 649-941-4069

CONTACT: 946-5500

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J & B SERVICES Is looking to fill the following positions:

Mason

– $8 per hour

2 Mechanics – $7 per hour

Maintenance Worker – $6.50 per hour

Domestic Worker Contact: 245-6962

11548

– $6.50 per hour.

$225/ $215 WORKING HOURS ARE 6 DAYS PER WEEK

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HANDYMAN/ LABOURER NEEDED For a private home in Providenciales A hardworking person needed to work six days a week. Must speak English.

Must be Fit and able. Required to work 6 days a week. Salary is $ 1,250.00 a month. Required to work six days a week. An experienced Belonger required for this position.

If you fit the above qualifications please send your resume to the following address: PO Box 260, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands.

NATHANIEL GREGOIRE Is looking for a

Labourer To work $6.00 per hour.

Contact: 242-2716 JAFOOE Ltd. Is seeking to employ 2 experience

Sales Associates

• Proven working experience as sales associate • Basic understanding of sales principles and customer • Service practices • Working knowledge of customer and market dynamics and requirements • Track record of over-achieving sales quota • Solid communication and interpersonal skills • Customer service focus • BS Degree

Email: jafooe@gmail.com

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QUEEN MANAGEMENT

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DEL MAR DEVELOPMENTS LTD.

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

REQUIREMENTS: • BA/BSC Degree or equivalent • Plus MBA or currently obtaining Computer Degree or equivalent • 10 years post qualification experience in real estate development • 10 years of international multi-unit property experience • Solid training in all areas of Accounting from A/P, A/R, General Ledger, Credit Collections, Audit, Inventory Control Budgeting, Costing • Advanced knowledge and skills in computer systems and report generating software • thorough understanding of HOA contracts and Contract Management • ability to design condo/hotel concept and take it through design phase, construction stage and through to opening launch DUTIES INCLUDE: • Develop condo/hotel concepts, oversee development and open property • Manage day-to-day operations of two (2) real estate developments, including accounting department and corporate property • Production and presentation of detailed financial reports including, budgets, forecast monthly, quarterly and annual revenue streams • Closely monitor corporate performance and introduce changes or rationalize costs in order to achieve monthly, quarterly and annual budgets and forecasts • Actively involved in yield management and revenue enhancement • Introduce internal audits and controls • Construction monitoring and overseeing all aspects of opening of new developments • Accountable for all operational and financial management of developments and resorts • create and maintain strong relationships and positive communications with stakeholder groups, owners, supplies and community members Salary commensurate with experience Send CV and references to Del Mar Developments by email to: delmardevelopments@gmail.com Suitable applicants will be contacted for an interview

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May 16 - 22, 2015

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PRESIDENTIAL SECURITY

Anthony Garland

Is seeking highly trained professional, experienced

Security Officers To work 5 days per week salary $6.00 per hour.

Domestic Worker

Is looking for a

cashier

Main duties will be taking care of cooking, cleaning, and laundry. Must be able to speak English, Salary starts at $6.50 per hour and is based on experience. Will have to work 6 days a week.

to work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour.

Deadline for applications is May 15, 2015.

Interested persons should send applications via fax at (649) 941-4034. C/o Alliance Realty Ltd. Only applicants selected will be contacted.

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Job Vacancy

SYSTEM & SALES COORDINATOR/ BRANCH OFFICER The successful candidate must: • Be fluent in at least 2 of these languages: English, Spanish, Creole, Tagalog • Have a strong understanding of customer and market dynamics • Have at least 5 years working experience • Be flexible to work rotated shifts, including weekends and public holidays • Possess a Bachelor’s Degree from recognized institution • Have AML/CFT training certificate • Be conversant with computer applicationability to troubleshoot IT systems, routine

SEEKS

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contact: 2311000 or 333-1000

SANCHEZ & WILLIAMS CAFÉ

network startup and shutdown • Have excellent sales skills Wage: $1,500-$1,800 per monthcommensurate with qualification and experience Please submit application letter and resume to: The General Manager, tcihrstaff@gmail.com. The application deadline is May 30th, 2015. Suitable candidates will be contacted for interview The position is immediately available 11530

SPENCE SECURITY & INVESTIGATION SERVICES, LTD The leading and trusted security company in TCI is in need of personnel to fill up the following position.

TECHNICIAN Qualifications: • Minimum of 5 years experience in alarm industry w/ excellent work history • Computer literate; possess technical or engineering certificates • Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills (English) • Possess a valid TCI drivers license; Must be an excellent team -player Salary starts @ $1300 plus commission Requirements for all positions above: • Comprehensive resume’ w/ 2 ID photo • Employment certificates from previous employers • Training certificates; Police & fingerprint records How to apply: 1. Submit resume’ with application letter, employment and training certificates, copy of police record, passport to Spence Security office 2. Wait for Spence Security personnel to call you for an interview Interested applicants should send resume’ and applicable certificates address to: ‘The HR Manager’ not later than April, 23rd 2015 to: SPENCE SECURITY & INVESTIGATION SERVICES, LTD. P.O BOX #73, Caribbean Place, Leeward Highway, Providenciales Email address:HR@spencesecurity.com Fax: 941-3027 BELONGER ONLY NEED APPLY. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

contact: 231-2397

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REPAIR SHOP MECHANIC REQUIREMENTS: • Certified in combustion engines • Must hold valid TCI driving license • Must have excellent written and oral communication in English • Certified in Electrical systems • Must have a minimum of 8 years 2 and 4 cycle engines • Must be a high school graduate • Must have 7 years’ experience in

diesel and gasoline engines • Must be computer literate • Must have at least 7 years in repairing electrical tools • Must be able to work weekends and holidays • Must have a clean police record • Must be knowledgeable of OSHA • Must have two written references from previous employers Salary $450.00 week

Applicants will be submitted to extensive testing and background checks to confirm the above criteria. Deadline for submission of applicants with resume and references may 25th, 2015 by email to: info@ptsequipment.net 11509

CARIBBEAN COFFEE

SHARKEBITE BAR AND GRILL An established high volume restaurant requires a

Kitchen Helper

Waitress

Sales Person Must be able to work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour.

contact: 331-3163/4 11528

DINESWAIRE R. JAINARINE Is looking for the following:

Qualifications: • At least 10 years experience in the restaurant industry • Ability to work on line and prep all types of food • Ideal applicants will have experience in high pressure situations with the ability to work independently and as part of a team • All applicants must be willing to work 7 days per week including weekends and holidays Salary $5.50 per hour

Please send detailed resume and cover letter to bistroshannon@yahoo.com Only applicants that send resume will be considered

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Y.A.3.B CONSULTING AGENCY Acting on behalf of our clients: ESSENCE OF BEAUTY PLUS Nail Technician Hair Dresser Barber Salary $6.00 per hour

PENN CONSTRUCTION

Domestic Worker

Gardener

Salary $6.25

Contact: 331-7792 11527

Plumber – $6.50 per hour

J.R. CONSTRUCTION Painter – $6.50 per hour

B’S BEAUTY BOX Barber – $6.00 per hour

COLLIN PARKER

Domestic Worker – $5.50 per hour

QUICK STOP SHOES REPAIR Shoe Repairman – $6.00 per hour

CECILIA LIGHTBOURNE Domestic Worker – $5.50 per hour

MAYELIN M. MICHEL Babysitter – $6.00 per hour

PROVO ENTERTAINMENT CENTER 2 Waitresses $6.00 per hour

Contact: 344-4540

May 16 - 22, 2015

VENDOR'S ASSISTANT REQUIRED

Lew 1 Shipping

One Labourer to work in warehouse Monday- Friday Basic Salary

to work three(3) days per week Basic salary

Meridian Trust Company Limited

regulations • Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision • A high degree of proficiency in use of MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint • Fluency in English and one other language

TURKS AND CAICOS NATIONAL INSURANCE BOARD

Vacancy Reporting: Deputy Director Operations, Deputy Director Corporate Services, Positions: Financial Controller, Investment Manager, Corporate Secretarial Assistant

Tropicon Construction Services Ltd. Is seeking to hire a

General Construction Manager An experienced person to head up and oversee construction projects ranging from single family residential to multi-story and multi-building projects.

Candidate must have extensive experience in the following areas, Estimating, Scheduling, Accounting and Banking, Material and Product Acquisitions and Personnel Management.

Candidate must have been a licensed General Contractor for at least 5 years through current. Candidate must be well versed with the Miami-Dade Building Code. Candidate must have training / experience/ certifications with Plumbing, Electrical, Heating and Cooling Systems. Candidate must be proficient with computers including proficiency with the following software: QuickBooks Contractor BuilderTrend Construction Management Software Excel Estimating Software MS Word MS Publisher MS Outlook MS PowerPoint

Interested persons should send their resume and qualifications to the following:

Tropicon Constructions Services Ltd. c/o P O Box 599, Le Vele Plaza Grace Bay, Providenciales Turks and Caicos Islands Fax: 649 941 3223 Or email: barbara@meridiantrust.tc

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Reporting: Directly to the Board of Directors and, as required, to the responsible Minister

Compensation is primarily commission based.

Suitable candidates should deliver their CV with a covering letter before May 19th 2015 to The Human Resource Manager, Meridian Trust Company Limited, Level 2, Le Vele Plaza, Grace Bay, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands or by email to barbara@meridiantrust.tc.

PO Box 260 Regent House West Regent Village Providenciales

The Turks & Caicos Islands National Insurance Board, Headquartered in Grand Turk invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the position of Chief Executive Officer within the NIB.

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Suitable Candidates will

have: • The registered Trust and Estate Practitioner (TEP) designation • A professional accounting designation (ACCA, CIMA, CPA or equivalent) with at least 5 years postqualification experience and record of progressive responsibility • A good understanding of local and international financial

If you fit the above qualifications please address your application to:

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CONTACT: 649-941-5707

TRUST OFFICER Meridian Trust Company Limited specializes in the discrete management of capital, property and other assets for corporations, private individuals and their families.

We are currently seeking a professionally qualified accountant to join our team as a Trust Officer in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

• Experienced Live in Domestic Worker needed for busy household.

• Salary is $900.00 a month.

Required to work six days a week.

• An experienced Belonger required for this position.

One Domestic worker 11506

Contact Paulette Daley at 231-1162

DOMESTIC WORKER REQUIRED

Seeks the following persons:

Treasures S & S Gift Shop is looking for a Vendor's Assistant to work in Vendors Market. The successful candidate will be required to work at the Market as well as at the Gift Shop as required..

Must have clean Driving Record and Character Certificate.

Salary $7.00 per hour

• • • • • • •

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Indirect Reporting: Branch Managers – Grand Turk & Providenciales, Marketing & Public Relations Manager, Legal Counsel, Human Resource Manager, Information Systems Manager

Liaising: The Minister and Ministry of Finance, The Chief Financial Officer of the TCI Government, Actuaries, External

Relationships: Auditors, Brokers, The National Health Insurance Board, Banks,

Investment Companies, Insurance Companies, Government Agencies, other National Insurance Organizations, Employers and Scheme participants, the public media

Objective: The achievement of overall objectives of the National Insurance Board within the guidelines of the National Insurance Ordinance and Regulations and in keeping with its Mission: to achieve social protection for the aged, working population and their dependents by being financially viable and providing social security in a reliable caring and effective manner through competent motivated staff and informed leadership Key Responsibility Areas:

• Provision of strong leadership and management of the NIB’s staff in pursuit of its objectives and the fulfillment of the NIB’s responsibilities.

• Achievement of strategic, financial and actuarial targets, and meeting obligations to subscribers.

• Proper fiscal management and safeguarding the financial viability of the National Insurance Fund.

• Development of strategies, policies and procedures for sound governance and ensuring adherence.

• Coordination of the development and implementation of effective human resource and performance management systems throughout the NIB. • Development and execution of internal and external communications strategies, including marketing and public relations, to engage stakeholders for effective policy formulation and operations.

• Provision of sound advice, recommendations and reports to the Board of Directors and the responsible Minister.

Required Qualifications:

• A minimum of ten (10) years experience in a senior executive capacity in a similar or related industry, preferably including some experience working with a multi-disciplined Board of Directors • Masters Degree in Business Administration or related discipline from a recognised institution • Proficiency in strategic planning, financial analysis and portfolio management • Training in contemporary management practices and human resource development • Training in marketing and public relations, presentations development and execution, and report writing • Information technology knowledge and its application in monitoring performance standards • Strong communication and interpersonal skills • Proven track record of sound decision making and managerial performance Please send your application and résumé by May 31, 2015.

Compensation will be within the range of US$95,550 to US$110,000.

Please respond by mail to: The Secretary Turks and Caicos Islands National Insurance Board Hon. Headley Durham Building, Church Folly Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos Islands, BWI

NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION SALES FirstCaribbean International Bank (Bahamas) Ltd as Chargee pursuant to the Registered Land Ordinance hereby gives Notice that it will cause to be sold by Public Auction the following scheduled properties outside the offices of Miller Simons O’Sullivan, Regent House West, Regent Village, Grace Bay, Providenciales at 10:00 a.m. on 5 June 2015.

1. Title No. 60716/245 Cheshire Hall & Richmond Hill, Providenciales Registered Proprietor: Jean Alonso

The property is a 0.65 acre parcel and comprises three buildings. The first building contains a master bedroom, bathroom, open plan living and dining area and an enclosed patio. The second building contains a music/ living room, bedroom, bathroom and upper level sleeping area. The third building is a guest house containing a bedroom, bathroom, kitchenette and living/dining area. The property also contains a boat dock, and a gazebo/BBQ area. The property is located in the Turtle Creek residential area and is accessed via Lake View Drive.

2. Title No. 60907/226/K7 Leeward Going Through, Providenciales

Registered Proprietor: Nicholas Denman and Eloisa Denman Located at the Providenciales Golf Club in the development known as The Palms. The property is Unit 7 and is a two-storey, two-bedroom, twobathroom townhome comprising 1,280 square feet. The unit benefits from discounted of the golf course, tennis courts and has communal access to the swimming pool and parking area in front of the unit.

3. Title No. 51203/63, Bottle Creek Central, North Caicos Registered Proprietor: Ashwood Leon Forbes

Comprising 0.23 acre parcel with a single storey apartment building with a one-bedroom unit and two two-bedroom units, all with one bathroom open plan kitchen/living/dining area and a laundry closet.

4. Title No. 60503/111 Blue Hills & Stamers Run, Providenciales

Registered Proprietor: Mary Louise Lightbourne-Kemp This property is a 0.48 acre parcel located in Blue Hills and contains a two-storey property with an attic. The lower level of the property holds four one-bedroom apartment units with one bathroom and a kitchen and living area. The top level contains a three-bedroom and one bathroom unit, with a kitchen, dining room, living room and family room.

5. Title No. 60716/55 Cheshire Hall & Richmond Hill, Providenciales

Registered Proprietor: Mamanita Holdings Ltd. This property is a 0.53 acre parcel located off the westbound carriageway of Leeward Highway in the Cheshire Hall & Richmond Hill area. The parcel consists of a single storey commercial building, which holds a bar, restaurant, kitchen, bar and night club. There is also an incomplete unit to the west of the building.

6. Title No. 50500/194 Whitby, North Caicos

Registered Proprietor: John William Gray

The property is a 0.60 acre parcel containing a two-bedroom, twobathroom house with a kitchen, dining/living area and storage room.

The property also contains a structure complete to beam level including columns, external blockwork walls, partial floor slab and cistern.

7. Title No. 50500/249/K1 Whitby, North Caicos Registered Proprietor: Royal Properties Ltd.

Comprising a two bedroom condominium corner unit on the first floor of the St Charles condominium development on Horsestable Beach with a floor area of 1,580 square feet and an oceanfront covered balcony extending top 272 square feet. The condominium also contains a powder room, living/dining room and kitchen.

8. Title No. 60905/211/K12 & K13 Leeward Going Through, Providenciales Registered Proprietor: TCM Associates Ltd

This property is located in a mixed use development known as The Regent Village and is close in proximity to many of the commercial tourism developments on Grace Bay beach. The development has a central courtyard with landscaped gardening, street lighting, stone paved footpaths, covered walkways and CCTV security throughout the property.

The existing occupiers are restaurants, bars, shops and services. There is also office space and a substantial two story covered car park at the rear of the development. Each of the units is separately metered and has a restroom and ducted centrally air-conditioned system.

9. Title No. 60905/211/K15 & K16 Leeward Going Through, Providenciales Registered Proprietor: Tropical Finance Ltd

This property is located in a mixed use development known as The Regent Village and is close in proximity to many of the commercial tourism developments on Grace Bay beach. The development has a central courtyard with landscaped gardening, street lighting, stone paved footpaths, covered walkways and CCTV security throughout the property.

The existing occupiers are restaurants, bars, shops and services. There is also office space and a substantial two story covered car park at the rear of the development. Each of the units is separately metered and has a restroom and ducted centrally air-conditioned system.

May 16 - 22, 2015 CHARLES FULFORD STUBBS Is looking for a

domestic worker To work 6 days per week salary $6.50 per hour.

contact: 345-3825

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Sports Interational

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TROPICAL BAR Is looking for a

Waiter To work 6 days per week salary $6.00 per hour.

contact: 241-0426 11239

ALTAGRACIA RESTAURANT

10. Title No. 60715/210, Cheshire Hall & Richmond Hill, Providenciales Registered Proprietor: Lincoln Hudson Ferriera

Comprising a 0.54 acre canal-front parcel of bare land containing dense indigenous bush and mature trees.

11. Title No. 10406/88, East Suburbs, Grand Turk Registered Proprietor- Lorraine/Laureen Williams

Comprising 0.21 acre parcel containing an apartment building with two single storey apartments, both with two bedrooms. The property is accessed by an asphalt surfaced main road via the gated entrance of the two apartment properties. The approximate gross external floor area of the whole apartment building is approximately 2,976 square feet, including the area of the covered decks amounting to 576 square feet.

12. Title No. 60602/396 Norway & Five Cays

Registered Proprietor: Kimiko Le-Var Kamal Talbot and Calvina Latanya Talbot The property is a 0.40 acre parcel and comprises a restaurant structure, a two-bedroom and one-bathroom house and also an apartment building with five one-bedroom units and a retail space currently occupied by a store. The property is located in Kew Town, on the corner of Birdberry Close and Houseman close.

Any and all potential bidders will be required to produce one (1) valid form of identification to Miller Simons O’Sullivan on the day of the Auction.

Draft Terms and Conditions of Sale and the draft Agreements for Sale are available upon demand prior to the Auction.

Any and all Successful bidders will be required to pay a ten (10%) per cent deposit upon a successful bid before close of business on the day of the Auction. Any and all successful bidders will also have to pay Auction legal fees in the sum of Seven Hundred and Fifty Dollars (US$750.00).

Is looking for the following persons:

Domestic Worker

Waitress Salary $6.50 per hour

Contact: 345-5305 or 343-3773

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F.R. CONSTRUCTION

is looking for the following:

2 Carpenters 2 Helpers Must be willing to work 6 days per week salary $7.00 per hour.

contact: 242-2548 11547

May 16 - 22, 2015

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MAGInterational Enterprises LTD Sports

NOTICE OF SALE BY PUBLIC AUCTION

Is seeking a qualified individual to fill the post of “Boutique Manager”. And “Sales Representative”. These positions are based at a resort and responsible for management and operations of the boutique.

Boutique Manager

Scotiabank (Turks & Caicos) Ltd. of Cherokee Road, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands hereby gives notice of its intention to sell by Public Auction the following properties pursuant to its power of sale as registered Chargee under the Registered Land Ordinance of the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise and Monitor overall floor operations • Organize daily display designs and resort themes • Manage store inventories by monitoring weekly sales reports; selection and procurement of store merchandise • Marketing of store merchandise, including weekly promotions • Monitor overall store quality, including stock levels, merchandising, sales growth • Supervise and manage staff, including scheduling, training, and coaching staff • Prepare daily and monthly sales reports for MAJ’s Directors

1. Parcel 61108/84 Long Bay Hills, Providenciales.

Single storey main house with four bedrooms, two bathrooms, kitchen, dining/living room, formal living room, powder room, laundry room. Duplex on site consisting of a one bedroom, one bathroom, living room, kitchen with laundry room unit and a two bedroom, one bathroom, living room, kitchen with laundry room unit on approx. 0.99 acre.

Registered Proprietor: Paulamae Dianne Williams

Qualifications • • • •

Qualifications in Marketing, Tourism or Business will be an asset At least five years (5) managerial experience in retail and sales Must be skilled in ordering methods and inventory management Must be proficient in computer systems, accounting and data management soft ware • Will be required to work nights, long hours, weekends and holidays • Ability to speak French will be a plus

2. Parcel 20304/42, Cockburn Harbour, South Caicos.

Two storey with two bedrooms, one bathroom, kitchen, dining room and laundry room on main level. Second level consists of five bedrooms, two bathrooms, living/dining room, kitchen, family room and laundry room on second level on 0.45 acre.

Registered Proprietors: Henry Cornelius Handfield and Joanne Cynclair Handfield

Sales Representative

3. Parcel 10409/152 East Suburbs, Grand Turk.

Single storey with five bedrooms, three bathrooms, kitchen, living/dining room, family room and laundry room on 1 acre.

Registered Proprietor: Alexa Lawanda Cooper

• • • •

Maintain all floor displays and promotions to company standards.

Meet, Greet and Welcome all customers in the boutique.

Complete product knowledge of all items, Size, Description, Use, Price and etc Participate in the marketing of store merchandise, Weekly fashion shows, and implementing innovative weekly promotions • Proficient use of QuickBooks POS and Inventory system

4. Parcel 61113/88 Long Bay, Providenciales.

Single storey with three bedrooms, two bathrooms, kitchen, living/dining room, family room and laundry room on 0.49 acre.

Registered Proprietors: Terrence McLean Robinson and Loretta Rocal Robinson 11544

Interested person should forward a letter of application and resumes to narikaw@gmail.com, no later than May 25th 2015

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5. Parcel 60501/64 Blue Hills & Stamers Run, Providenciales.

Single storey detached dwelling house providing three bedrooms, one bathroom, kitchens, living/dining area and laundry room on approx. 0.22 acre.

Registered Proprietor: Thelma Adlaide Lightbourne

6. Parcel 60003/7 Northwest and North Central, Providenciales.

Single storey with three bedrooms, two bathrooms, kitchen, laundry room and living/ dining area on 0.22 acre.

Registered Proprietor: Alina Luann Percy

PUBLIC NOTICE The National Health Insurance Board wishes to advise residents on the Islands of North Caicos and Middle Caicos that we will be in North Caicos on the following dates at the District Commissioners Offices.

• Monday May 18th 2015 11:00am-4:00 p.m.

• Tuesday May 19th 11:00 a.m. -4:00 p.m.

Contribution payments may be made at this time for the month of April 2015. Should you have any other general queries our representative will be on hand to address these at that time.

The National Health Insurance Board would like to thank the residence of North Caicos and Middle Caicos for their continued support.

For further queries please contact our office on 941-8861.

National Health Insurance Board Building A Healthy Nation One Person At A Time.

MANAGEMENT OF THE NATIONAL HEALTH INSURANCE BOARD.

7. Parcel 60503/145 Blue Hills and Stamers Run, Providenciales.

Single storey with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, kitchen, living/dining area and storage area with an attached two storey with 2-two bedroom apartments on 0.38 acre.

Registered Proprietor: Sharon Elizabeth Rigby

8. Parcel 60900/288 Leeward Going Through, Providenciales.

Property consists of a main house with three bedrooms, two bathrooms, kitchen, laundry room, living/dining room and an apartment unit with one bedroom, one bathroom, kitchen, and living/dining room on 0.36 acre.

Registered Proprietors: Mark Andrew Knighton and Julie Margaret Knighton

9. Parcel 60900,112 Leeward Going Through, Providenciales.

Single storey with two bedrooms, one bathroom, kitchen and living/dining on 0.72 acre.

Registered Proprietor: Sherwin Deon Penn

10. Parcel 10103/57 North East Suburbs, Grand Turk.

Undeveloped land consisting of 0.44 acre. Registered Proprietor: Pedro Manuel Ariza

11. Parcel 10408/68 East Suburbs, Grand Turk.

Single storey with three bedrooms, two bathrooms, kitchen, living/dining area and laundry room on 0.20 acre.

Registered Proprietor: Pedro Manuel Ariza

The auction will be held at the office of Scotiabank (Turks and Caicos) Limited, Grace Bay Branch, Providenciales at 10 o’clock in the morning on Friday the 29th day of May 2015.

A reserved price will be fixed on all parcels and a deposit of 10% is due immediately upon all accepted bids.

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MMK PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

is looking for 3

Is looking to fill the following positions:

per week salary $6.50 per hour.

contact: 247-8726

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Salary $1,500 per month

Villa Housekeeper Salary $1,100 per month

Contact: 231-6991

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laborers to work 6 days

Villa Handyman

SUNSHINE EQUIPMENT

OPERATOR

Salary will commensurate with qualifications.

Resumes can be faxed to 941-3425 and the Labour Department, Providenciales as soon as possible

TCMillwork ltd.

Furniture Carpenter-Molder Operator-CNC Operator

Skills Required: • 5 years work experience in woodworking, joinery and cabinet making.

• Trained to manufacture and finish doors, windows, furniture and cabinets.

Salary at $8.00 per hour Skills required for position: • Individual must have previous experience with manufacture, construction, and installation of high end cabinetry.

• Must be familiar with operation of all current

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PRESIDENTIAL SECURITY Is seeking highly trained professional, experienced

per week salary $6.50 per hour.

Security Officers

To work 5 days per week salary $6.00 per hour

contact: 2321000 or 232-1007

contact: 231-4064

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labourer To work 5 days

TCMillwork ltd.

Architectural woodworking, Cabinetry and Design South dock road, P.O. box 238, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands

Furniture Carpenter-Molder Operator-CNC Operator Skills Required: • 5 years work experience in woodworking, joinery and cabinet making.

• Trained to manufacture and finish doors, windows, furniture and cabinets.

Salary at $8.00 per hour Skills required for position: • Individual must have previous experience with manufacture, construction, and installation of high end cabinetry.

• Must be familiar with operation of all

current woodworking machinery and tools with proper safety practices.

• Must be able to read Auto-Cad drawings.

• English speaking, bilingual preferred.

Duties: Manufacture and finish doors, windows, furniture and cabinets, refinishing, and installation.

Assist other employees in general millshop operations and maintenance. Must be professional and courteous.

Please send applications to: tcmillwork@tciway.tc contact person: Stephan 231-4537

If you fit the above qualifications please send your resume to the following address: PO Box 560, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands.

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Architectural woodworking, Cabinetry and Design. South dock road, P.O. box 238.

Providenciales. Turks & Caicos Islands

• Applicants must be able to work outdoors performing manual and physical labor • They must be able to operate a jackhammer, lawn mower and chainsaw • They will be asked to dig holes, mix and spread topsoil/ cow manure and plant • They must be able to speak and communicate in English Starting salary is $6.25 per hour and maybe required to work on weekends and holidays if needed

PATRICK BAPTISTA Is looking for a

• For a private home in Providenciales.

• A hardworking person needed to work six days a week.

• Must likes animals. Must speak English. Must be Fit and able.

• Wages $6.25 a hour • Belongers Apply.

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GARDENERS/ LABOURERS NEEDED Please bring all applications to Environmental Arts located at #65 Beechwood Road, Grace Bay, Providenciales or email: admin@ environmentalarts.tc Successful applicants will be notified by phone for interview

GARDENER NEEDED

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woodworking machinery and tools with proper safety practices.

• Must be able to read Auto-Cad drawings.

• English speaking, bilingual preferred.

Duties: Manufacture and finish doors, windows, furniture and cabinets, refinishing, and installation. Assist other employees in general millshop operations and maintenance. Must be professional and courteous.

Please send applications to: tcmillwork@tciway.tc contact person: Stephan 231-4537

SANDRA WALKIN Is looking for a

housekeeper To work 5 days per week salary $5.50 per hour.

contact: 231-3342

Wanted Domestic Worker Caretaker To take care of an elderly woman, babysit also do housekeeping Must be hardworking, hones and reliable only interested persons or belonger need apply Must be willing to work 6 days per week salary $200.00 per week.

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A & P CONSTRUCTION

Contact: 242-8477 11535

Position Available BODY REPAIR TECHNICIAN

Applicant must: • Examine damaged vehicles and estimate needed repairs • Have knowledge and qualifications to repair & paint automotive bodies back to pre-damaged condition /manufacturer’s standard, using the appropriate repair techniques and tools (must have basic tools of trade; e.g. paint guns, air sanders, etc.)

• Be able to refinish parts by mixing paints, match colors, apply primer & finishing coats; use chassis liner jig safely to perform chassis re-alignment; • Have knowledge of mechanical accident processes; e.g.: suspension drive shaft, steering & tracking; trim & lock, replacing glass and windscreens • Demonstrate sound knowledge of welding TIG/MIG, gas welding & brazing, and safety procedures during welding process • Present last four (4) years of work experience & two reference letters from past employers

Contact Mac Motors Ltd on 649-339-3841

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LIVE-IN COUPLE REQUIRED TO WORK IN PRIVATE VILLA

A couple is required to work in a private villa, a cook and housekeeper. This is a livein position and accommodation is provided for a couple possessing the following skills:

VILLA COOK

• Preferably at least 5 years’ experience in a luxury hotel, restaurant or as a personal cook in a private residence • He/she must possess the ability to prepare a range of international cuisines (Asian, fusion cuisine, French, Italian), as well as cater to guests individual dietary preferences that includes vegetarian, vegan, kosher, organic diets etc.

• Full ability and responsibility to take on menu planning and food preparation for house parties, BBQ’s, business meetings • Maintain the cleanliness and proper sanitation of kitchen at all times including deep cleaning of appliances, pots and pans, kitchen tools etc.

• Exercise good cost control, presenting monthly monitoring and replenishment of stocks and supplies • Computer literacy would be an advantage but not essential with the ability to record and present invoices and purchases in an accurate manner.

HOUSEKEEPER/BUTLER

• A self-motivated, highly detail oriented individual is require to work in a luxury villa • The successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to use their own initiative and have a good command of the English language as well as excellent communication skills • He/she must be prepared to sometimes work long hours, weekends and holidays • Housekeeping experience in a luxury or 5 star hotel or residence since attention to detail is essential • An awareness of cost control and energy saving • Ability to run errands, go shopping etc.

• He/she may be required from time to time to assist private cook in the serving of meals so an F&B background would be beneficial • Preferences will therefore be given to individuals who are flexible and able to multitask

BOTH CANDIDATES MUST ALSO: • • • • • •

Be willing to work flexible hours, weekends, holidays etc.

Be able to work within a team, be reliable and trustworthy Be extremely well presented and have a good command of English Must possess a clean driver’s license in order to run errands Must be prepared to carry out duties when guest are not in house Preference will also be given to individuals who have worked within a 5 star luxury environment • Salary dependent on experience • Note this is a live-in position only.

Suitable qualified candidates must apply in writing with resume details to P.O Box 143, Providenciales or Email: Info@thesource.tc

REGISTERED LAND ORDINANCE, CAP 9.05

NOTICE LOST LAND CERTIFICATE TITLE NUMBER SECTION ISLAND 61112/26 LONG BAY HILLS PROVIDENCIALES

TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS FINANCIAL SERVICES COMMISSION The Financial Services Commission, a statutory body of the Turks and Caicos Islands Government responsible for the licensing and regulation of financial services businesses, is seeking qualified

Compliance Officers Duties and Responsibilities of Officers assigned to the Investments and Company Managers Unit 1. Assist in the regulation and supervision of licensed Mutual Funds, Investment Dealers and Company Managers in order to maintain a general view of their conduct and practice.

2. Assist in onsite visits, to ensure that the licensee is acting in accordance with its business plan, the relevant Regulatory Ordinances and the conditions of its licence, and prepare a report thereon.

3. Assist in ensuring the soundness, good governance and integrity of licensees, including review and analysis of data regarding financial institutions, analysis of audited financial statements and specific prudential returns submitted.

4. Assist in the prudential offsite supervision of licenses including reviewing and making decisions on the approval of any changes in directors, managers, shareholders etc. of licensees.

5. Assist in ensuring compliance by licensees with anti-money laundering (AML) and counter financing to terrorism (CFT) laws and regulations.

6. Assist other departments in the handling of compliance matters and issues relating to the supervision of licensees as instructed by the Commission.

7. Perform other related duties as assigned by the Head of Company Managers and Investments.

Duties and Responsibilities of Officers assigned to the Compliance Unit 1. Input and validate data into, and maintenance of, the DNFBP and Non-Profit Organizations (NPOs) databases, files and records.

2. Meet with registered and potential DNFBP and NPO registrants to raise awareness of compliance related matters, including preparing and delivering training and awareness material.

3. Assess new applications for registration with the DNFBP and NPO Supervisor and ensure that all information supplied is accurate. Conduct periodic reviews of files to ensure they are up to date and accurate.

4. Preparation of work programmes to support Anti Money Laundering and Prevention of Terrorist Financing examinations.

5. Carry out testing and evaluation, as directed by the Head of the Compliance Unit, to assess compliance of licensed and supervised financial businesses with the Proceeds of Crime Ordinance, the Anti-Money Laundering Regulations and Code, Companies Ordinance or any related or subsidiary regulations, guidelines, code of conduct or international best practices.

6. Consider and recommend improvements to the operational processes for the examination of the financial businesses.

7. Perform other functions as may be assigned by the Head of the Compliance Unit or the Managing Director.

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED • As relevant to the job function, sound knowledge of the Companies Ordinance, , Mutual Funds Ordinance, Investment Dealers Ordinance, The Proceeds of Crime Ordinance, The Anti-Money Laundering Regulations and Code, FSC Ordinance, and international supervisory standards.

• Sound knowledge of accounting principles and standards inclusive of IFRS, particularly as they relate to recognition and measurement of financial assets and liabilities, as the case may be.

• Sound knowledge of supervisory evaluation procedures and a working understanding of IT systems and the use of such technologies in the financial services industry and business environment.

Whereas, CRAIG EBENEZER FORBES of Providenciales granted Power of Attorney to act for and on behalf of FULLER EBENEZER FORBES, has declared that the Land Certificate for the above mentioned title number(s) registered in his/her/their name was inadvertently mislaid and cannot be found.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Take notice that I, Brandie Anderson, Registrar of Lands, shall issue a new land certificate for the said title six weeks of the first publication of this Notice in a local newspaper and the Gazette.

OTHER INFORMATION APPLICABLE TO THE POST

Dated this 13th day of March 2015

This position falls within Grade 6 of the Commission’s pay scale. Actual salary payable will be determined by reference to the degree of qualification, experience, knowledge base and other criteria that the Commission may assess.

The duties for the above post may be carried out at either of the Commission’s offices in Grand Turk or Providenciales.

Signed .......................................................................

Registrar of Lands Witnessed.................................................................

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management or related discipline • Five (5) years related experience.

A certification in compliance and or money laundering would be a distinct advantage.

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Applications should be received no later than June 15, 2015 and may be emailed to dmorrison@tcifsc.tc

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Science & Technology

May 16 - 22, 2015

Strokes rising among people of working age, warns charity THERE has been a worrying rise in the number of working-age men and women having strokes, a charity has warned.

In England in 2014 there were 6,221 hospital admissions for men aged 40-54 - a rise of 1,961 on 14 years earlier, a Stroke Association study shows.

Experts said unhealthy lifestyles were partly to blame for the rise, though the growing population and changes to hospital practice also played a part.

Overall the rate of strokes is going down in the UK, however.

Researchers say based on their findings strokes should not be considered as a disease of the old.

Strokes are caused by blood clots or bleeds to the brain and can lead to long-lasting disability.

The majority occur in people aged over 65, and though rates are decreasing in this group, this report suggests growing numbers of younger people are at risk.

Experts analysed national hospital admission data spanning 2000 to 2014.

Trends for people in their 40s and early 50s appeared to be getting worse.

In women aged 40-54, there were an extra 1,075 strokes recorded in 2014, compared with 2000.

Experts said growing obesity levels, sedentary lives and unhealthy diets - which raise the risks of

A trial on nearly 140,000 people in 14 countries, published in the Lancet, suggests grip strength is better than blood pressure at predicting risk.

Experts said unhealthy lifestyles were partly to blame for the rise, though the growing population and changes to hospital practice also played a part.

dangerous blood clots - all played a part.

And they argued strokes among this age group had long-lasting personal and financial impacts on individuals and their families, as well as on the economy.

Recovering patients can find it difficult to return to work and should have more support from employers, the report suggests.

Jon Barrick, of the Stroke Association, said: “These figures show stroke can no longer be seen as a disease of older people.

“There is an alarming increase in the numbers of people having a stroke in working age.

“This comes at a huge cost, not

only to the individual, but also to their families and to health and social care services.”

Alastair Morely was 34 years old when he had a stoke on New Year’s Day four years ago.

Talking to the BBC, he said: “I had an excruciating headache, was being sick, couldn’t walk or talk very well.”

It was later found that Mr Morely had a heart condition which had triggered the stroke and after his rehabilitation the solicitor had a phased return to work.

“It was tough but I was lucky that I was young and my brain remapped around the damaged area,” Mr Morely added.

LaboUrer/ Dish Washer 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 ones feet for 8 hours and be comfortable lifting 50 pounds or more without physical restrictions.

Be available to work holidays and weekends with a flexible schedule Wash all dishes by hand for the dining room and kitchen on an as needed basis.

Clean bathrooms and maintain stock throughout shift Clean all floors in front and back of house at opening and closing Carry out and set up umbrellas for tables before opening Open doors, assist wait-staff with opening procedures Assist management when orders are received by vendors Must be able to communicate in English Must be polite and cordial to co-workers and guests at all times

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.

Belongers only need apply. Apply in person with CV, references, police record and passport copy to be considered at Somewhere Cafe and Lounge, Coral Gardens Resort

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Palm ‘holds secrets of future health’ THE chances of having a heart attack, stroke or dying young may be hidden in the palm of the hand, a study suggests.

A trial on nearly 140,000 people in 14 countries, published in the Lancet, suggests grip strength is better than blood pressure at predicting risk.

The international research team said it would be a “simple, inexpensive” tool for doctors.

Experts argued the link between grip and the heart was unclear and needed more study.

The maximum crushing force you can exert in your grip naturally declines with age.

But those whose grip strength declines fastest may be at greater risk of health problems, the study suggests.

• Women in their mid-20s have

a grip strength about 75lb (34kg), which falls to 53lb in a 70-year-old.

• The equivalent figures for men are 119lb (54kg) falling to 84lb.

The huge trial, in 14 countries, showed each 11lb (5kg) reduction in grip strength increased the odds of an early death by 16%.

The odds of a fatal heart problem increased by 17% and a stroke by 9%.

Doctors currently calculate the chances of a heart attack or stroke by filling in a questionnaire with the patient by assessing age, whether they smoke, obesity, cholesterol levels, blood pressure where they live and family history.

The researchers argue grip strength makes more accurate predictions than blood pressure alone and could be a new tool for assessing risk.

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Daily dose of vitamin B3 ‘could slash risk of common skin cancers by a quarter’

“Computers will overtake humans with AI at some within the next 100 years. When that happens, we need to make sure the computers have goals aligned with ours,” according to a report in Geek.

Stephen Hawking fears robots could take over in 100 years

WORRIED that one day we’ll have robot overlords? You’re in good company.

Reknowned physicist, cosmologist and author of A Brief History of Time, Stephen Hawking said this week that robots, powered by artificial intelligence (A.I.), could overtake humans in the next 100 years.

Speaking at the Zeitgeist conference in London, Hawking said: “Computers will overtake humans with AI at some within the next 100 years. When that happens, we need to make sure the computers have goals aligned with ours,” according to a report in Geek.

This isn’t the first time Hawking has spoken about the

threat that comes along with machine learning, A.I. and robotics.

In December, Hawking said, “the development of full artificial intelligence could spell the end of the human race.”

In an interview with the BBC Hawking said A.I. poses no threat to the human race today but could in the future as machines -- specifically robots -- become smarter, bigger and stronger than their human developers.

“It would take off on its own, and re-design itself at an ever-increasing rate,” Hawking said at the time.

“Humans, who are limited by slow biological evolution, couldn’t compete, and would be superseded.”

A DAILY dose of vitamin B could protect against the most common forms of skin cancer, scientists have discovered.

For the first time, a study has suggested the vitamin lowers the risk of the disease returning in those with a history of developing the relatively harmless yet troublesome growths.

An Australian study found people who took a specific type of vitamin B3 for a year had a 23 per cent lower rate of new skin cancers compared with those taking placebo pills.

Researchers did not assess the risk of melanoma - the most deadly form of skin cancer.

Rather, it focused on more common forms - basal and squamous cell cancers.

Dr Richard Schilsky, chief medical officer at the American Society of Clinical Oncology, said: ‘These are the sort of the run-of-the-mill skin cancers that so many people get.

‘They’re rarely lethal but they’re very persistent and they keep coming back.’

He added that the growths are expensive to remove, usually requiring surgery, freezing or radiation.

Dr Schilsky said the

REGISTERED LAND ORDINANCE, CAP 9.05

NOTICE LOST LAND CERTIFICATE TITLE NUMBER SECTION ISLAND 50401/132 KEW TOWNSHIP NORTH CAICOS Whereas, NOIL EWING of Kew, North Caicos, has declared that the Land Certificate for the above mentioned title number(s) registered in his/her/their name was inadvertently mislaid and cannot be found.

Take notice that I, Brandie Anderson, Registrar of Lands, shall issue a new land certificate for the said title six weeks of the date of the first publication of this Notice in a local newspaper and the Gazette.

Dated this 27th day of April 2015

A new study in Australia found people who took two doses of vitamin B3 each day for a year had a lower risk of developing the most common forms of skin cancer.

new findings offer hope that the vitamin, known as nicotinamide, could be a cheap and easy way to lower a person’s risk.

But he cautioned that Australia sees much higher rates of skin cancer than elsewhere in the world.

He said some doctors will want to see more evidence beyond this one study, before recommending the vitamins to patients.

Vitamins have long proved elusive for cancer prevention, and some studies have even found certain types can be harmful.

PRITON DEVELOPMENT LTD.

SEEKS

(1) Eletrician (1) Domestic Worker

;Must ; have at least 3 years experience and be able to work with little supervision.

Salary start at $6.50 an hour and is based on experience. ;Deadline ; for applications is May 15th 2015 ;Must ; be able to work weekends and holidays if deemed necessary.

Interested persons should be dependable and send applications via fax at (649) 941-4034 C/o Alliance Realty Ltd.

NOTICE TO: COCKBURN VILLAGE & FARM LTD.

Re: Charge Dated: 3 April 2007 Title Number(s): 10411/38 & 39, East Suburbs, Grand Turk (“the Property”) Amount outstanding as at 13 May 2015: $$4,948,139.14 Interest accruing at 9% PER ANNUM OR $1,226.10 PER DAY ROBIN VANDEVEER hereby gives you NOTICE that you, COCKBURN VILLAGE & FARM LTD., having previously been given notice of default of your obligations under the above Charge and having failed to remedy the breach or repay the debt that you should TAKE NOTICE that if you do not make payment within three months from the date of service of this NOTICE, the Chargee intends to sell the Property and may exercise any of the other remedies available to it under the Registered Land Ordinance.

THIS NOTICE is served to comply with section 72(1) of the Registered Land Ordinance and without prejudice to the exercise of remedies to which the section does not apply.

Signed.....................................................................................................

Registrar of Lands

Dated this 13 day of May, 2015

Witnessed ...............................................................................................

Kerisa Gardiner

Attorneys at Law For and on behalf of Robin Vandeveer

SAUNDERS & CO

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Diego Maradona: FIFA president Sepp Blatter is a ‘freezer’ HE’S up for re-election to continue running world football, but Sepp Blatter’s bid to stay on as FIFA president has fallen on deaf ears as regards Argentine great Diego Maradona.

“We are talking about the most beautiful sport and most passionate in the world,” Maradona told CNN anchor Becky Anderson in an exclusive interview, “and it’s been directed by a freezer, someone who should live in a block of ice.”

FIFA’s current head has held the position for four terms since 1998, and is running against former Portuguese international Luis Figo, as well as Prince Ali bin Al-Hussein of Jordan, whose campaign is backed

by Maradona.

“Rats can get anywhere in the world; he is the president of FIFA,” added Maradona, who went on to dub football’s governing body “a mafia.”

FIFA under Blatter’s leadership has been mired in controversy since its decision to award the 2018 and 2022 World Cups to Russia and Qatar.

Criticism of the organization reached a fever pitch when the man hired to investigate the bidding process for those World Cups, American lawyer Michael Garcia, resigned in protest last year, unhappy that the published summary did not accurately reflect his findings.

Africa is likely to be a bedrock of support for Blatter in his reelection bid, but Maradona cited the poor conditions for that continent’s

Asafa Powell ran a world leading time.

Powell overwhelmed by Jamaica’s response to his return Diego Maradona feels that FIFA under Sepp Blatter is not transparent enough.

footballing youth as evidence of FIFA’s current failings.

“I was talking to Samuel Eto [who currently plays for Italian Serie A side Sampdoria] and he told me that they are playing in the same old pitch where he used to play when he was seven,” said Maradona. “So, after all the World Cups that we [Cameroon] played, what happened to all that money that was collected?”

“I want transparency,” said the Argentine, who hoisted the World Cup trophy after beating West German in the 1986 final. “I want to finish with the corrupt contracts in FIFA.” Blatter ran unopposed in 2011, after his most vocal opponent, Mohammed bin Hammam of Qatar withdrew just before the vote. One

month later, the Qatari was banned from all football activities for life by a FIFA panel.

Blatter had stated that he would not run again after 2011, but changed his mind. He is a strong frontrunner when FIFA’s 209 members go to the polls on May 29.

FIFA was not immediately available for comment when contacted to provide a response to Maradona’s interview, but earlier this year, responding to criticism of his tenure of office, Blatter told CNN, “You know it is impossible to make everybody happy.

“If I would have only positive press then it would not be good.

And I like criticism as long as the criticism is... I would say fair criticism.

MORE than 25,000 people broke into prolonged cheers as Powell sped across the finish line at the Jamaica International Invitational at the National Stadium, reports CMC. The crowd went wild as the numbers 9.84 flashed on the in-field clock, signalling the return to form of the former world record holder.

“Just to run in front of this crowd is just great. I don’t even care about the time. Being here and getting this reception from my people is just overwhelming,” said an elated Powell.

“Just to come out here and give them their money’s worth and just for them to show their appreciation, no regrets.”

Powell, 32, silenced a strong field that included American Ryan Bailey who was booed for his ‘throatcutting’ gesture toward Usain Bolt after anchoring the United States to victory in the 4x100m at the IAAF World Relays in The Bahamas last

week.

The Jamaica sprinter was quick off the blocks and powered home the fastest in five years and the 84th time he has dipped below the 10-second barrier.

Saturday night’s run was the first time he was competing on Jamaican soil since serving a six month ban for using an illegal substance.

“This is absolutely huge for everyone that supported Asafa, to see him come back to this level. We knew he was in good shape. He ran a real nice time in Guadeloupe on a dead track and into a headwind, so we knew something special could happen,” said Paul Doyle, Powell’s agent.

“You could hear from the crowd and you could almost feel his elation. With everything that he has been through, and we have all been through as a team, and for Jamaica to see one of their heroes go through what he had to go through, I think it lifted everybody.” (Zee News)

Jonathan Joseph was named players’ player of the year and England player of the year.

Frankfurt’s victory boosts German hopes three weeks before the Women’s World Cup.

Joseph: Player of the year Frankfurt beat PSG to win title double for Bath centre Women’s Champions League: MANDY Islacker scored in stoppage time as FFC Frankfurt beat Paris StGermain 2-1 and win the women’s Champions League for a record fourth time.

Celia Sasic nodded Frankfurt ahead with a record-equalling 14th goal of the tournament, but Marie-

Laure Delie levelled for PSG, playing in their first European final, before the break.

The game looked set for extra time but Islacker curled in the late winner.

It was Frankfurt’s first Champions League title since 2008.

German clubs have now won nine

of the 14 editions of the European competition.

Frankfurt also needed to win to qualify for next season’s tournament, having finished third in the women’s Bundesliga behind champions Bayern Munich and Wolfsburg.

(BBC)

BATH and England centre Jonathan Joseph won the two main prizes at the Rugby Players’ Association awards.

The 23-year-old, the leading tryscorer in the 2015 Six Nations with four, was named players’ player of the year and England player of the year.

Prop Rochelle Clarke, 33, was crowned England women’s player of the year after winning her 100th cap in the last international against France.

Exeter Chiefs fly-half Henry Slade, 22, was named young player of the year.

May 16 - 22, 2015

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Champions League:

Juventus into final after Madrid draw Joakim Noah was selected by the Pro Basketball Writers Association for his work with youth.

Bulls’ Noah wins J. Walter Kennedy Award for citizenship CHICAGO Bulls center Joakim Noah won the J. Walter Kennedy Award, given annually to an NBA player, coach or trainer for community service.

Joakim Noah’s foundation recently launched an initiative supporting those impacted by violence and encouraging youngsters to express themselves through sports and art.

The two-time All-Star was selected by the Pro Basketball Writers Association for his work with youth. His Noah’s Arc Foundation has also launched the “Rock Your Drop: The Drop of Consciousness”

anti-violence initiative, supporting those impacted by violence and encouraging youngsters to express themselves through sports and art.

The foundation recently produced a video featuring those who lost loved ones. Teammates Derrick Rose and Taj Gibson have contributed to the project.

Last summer, Noah hosted a basketball tournament for young men from Chicago’s south and west sides.

Orlando’s Tobias Harris, Detroit’s Greg Monroe, Los Angeles Clippers’ Chris Paul and Memphis’ Zach Randolph were finalists for the award. (ESPN)

THE “Old Lady” is back.

Thanks to a 58th-minute goal by ex-Real Madrid forward Alvaro Morata, Italian football giant Juventus will play in the Champions League final against Barcelona on June 6 following Wednesday’s 1-1 draw at the Santiago Bernabeu.

The 22-year-old Morata, who was sold to Juve for $23 million last July, also scored in the first leg of the semifinal last week, which Juve won 2-1. Both times the Madrid native chose not to celebrate against his home team.

Ten-time tournament winner Madrid, the defending champion, was bolstered early by a penalty decision given in the 22nd minute when Juventus defender Giorgio Chiellini clumsily bumped into James Rodriguez in the penalty box.

“Tonight I think we played at our best,” Madrid manager Carlos Ancelloti told Sky Sports. “(We had) good control, good opportunity, but we were unlucky.”

The match, played in front of 74,500 at Madrid’s Santiago Bernabeau Stadium, saw temperatures soar into the mid-30s Celsius, with players stopping for water breaks at every opportunity.

Cristiano Ronaldo, who missed a decisive penalty over the weekend which likely cost Real its La Liga

title chances, didn’t miss this time around. The Portuguese forward drilled the ball high and to the center of the net, straight past a helpless Gianluigi Buffon.

It was Ronaldo’s 10th goal in a Champions League semifinal, a new record, and his 10th in this season’s competition -- putting him level with rival Lionel Messi.

They also both now share the record of 77 career Champions League goals.

The two are involved in a remarkably prolific goals race for the season, with Ronaldo scoring 55 goals in all competitions to Messi’s 53.

For Real Madrid, the buildup to the match was rife with stories.

Saturday’s 2-2 draw against Valencia gave Barcelona a four-point lead in La Liga with two matches to play, while veteran captain Iker Casillas endured whistles from Madrid fans; there is speculation this could be his last season in white.

Gareth Bale has also been the source of the home crowd’s frustration, having been attacked in his car after a training session last month. Bale went scoreless for his seventh match in a row, and recently vented his frustration through his agent by saying he wasn’t receiving enough passes.

The Welshman was lively throughout, and had several chances from close range, including a header under pressure from Patrice Evra in the 72nd minute.

“I was unlucky not to grab one,” Bale told Sky Sports. “As long as I keep trying one usually goes in.”

Bale also addressed his critics: “I think my general play has been good; my finishing is something to work on for next season. What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger. I’ll learn from this season a lot and take it into next season.”

Two of the most decorated goalkeepers of their generation, Casillas and Buffon were playing in their respective 150th and 87th Champions League appearances.

The 37-year-old Buffon will be gunning for his first Champions League trophy, having represented Juventus in its most recent final appearance, a loss in 2003 against rival AC Milan. He endured a subsequent match-fixing scandal which saw Juventus relegated to the third division of Italian football in 2006 and stripped of two league titles.

French defender Evra will be playing in his fourth Champions League final, having won it with Manchester United -- and then teammate Ronaldo -- in 2008. (CNN)

Gerrard: Liverpool midfielder regrets not winning title

The International Olympic Committee has told US Olympic bosses that the whole team must return their medals as a consequence of Tyson Gay’s drugs ban.

US stripped of London 2012 Olympic relay medals THE entire United States 4x100m relay team have been stripped of their London 2012 Olympic silver medals as a consequence of Tyson Gay’s drugs ban.

Former 100m and 200m world champion Gay was suspended for a year after testing positive for a banned anabolic steroid.

The 32-year-old returned his London 2012 medal when his suspension was announced in May 2014.

Now the International Olympic Committee has told US Olympic bosses that the whole team must

return their medals.

The IOC wrote to the US Olympic Committee on Wednesday, telling them to collect the medals from Trell Kimmons, Justin Gatlin, Ryan Bailey, Jeffery Demps and Darvis Patton.

“We will begin efforts to have the medals returned and support all measures to protect clean athletes,” said a US Olympic Committee statement.

Kimmons and Bailey ran with Gay in the final, as did Gatlin, who has served two doping bans, including a four-year suspension between 20062010.

OUTGOING Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard says he regrets never winning the Premier League title.

Gerrard, 34, plays his last game at Anfield on Saturday, against Crystal Palace, before joining Major League Soccer side LA Galaxy in June.

“It is not the only regret, I think it is the biggest,” former England skipper Gerrard told Football Focus.

“I would love to say that I have got the full collection, it would be the icing on the cake.”

Having made more than 700 appearances over 17 seasons, Gerrard ends his association with the Reds this summer, admitting his exit has “happened maybe slightly quicker” than he thought.

Last season, Liverpool could have clinched their first title since 1990 but fell two points short of eventual champions Manchester City, with Gerrard’s slip against Chelsea contributing to a 2-0 defeat.

“You are always going to have incredible moments and you are also going to have some cruel lows as well,” said Gerrard.

“I also look at other FA Cup finals that I have missed out on and the second Champions League final in

Gerrard was named man of the match in the 2005 Champions League final victory against AC Milan.

2007.

“Nobody’s journey ever goes smoothly, mine certainly hasn’t, but I am certainly proud of it and I wouldn’t change it for anything.”

Gerrard, who has signed an 18-month deal to play in the USA, leaves Liverpool having won the Champions League, Uefa Cup, two FA Cups and three League Cups.

“I think it will be emotional. I think it will be worst at the end of the game,” added Gerrard, who is scheduled to play his final game for

Liverpool at Stoke on Sunday, 24 May. “I realise that come the end of the game when it is time to say goodbye to the supporters for the last time the emotions are going to kick in for real.

“I have never been in this situation before so I don’t really know what it is going to be like.

“I want to try and manage it, try and control it but I also want the opportunity to say thanks to the people who have supported me for a long time.” (BBC)

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Five a-side tournament for CONCACAF Women’s Football Day THE Turks and Caicos Islands Football Association (TCIFA) will participate in the CONCACAF’s Women’s Football Day initiative next Saturday (May 23) with a fivea-side tournament at the TCIFA’s National Academy from 11:00h (but participants are asked to be at the venue an hour before).

Designed to empower all CONCACAF member associations to join forces for an annual day of celebration of women’s football, the initiative is the first of its kind for the confederation and focuses on accomplishing the following goals:

• Generate awareness about the transformative power of women’s football • Promote and encourage continued investment in women’s football • Unite every member association in creating a memorable day of women’s football The TCIFA is excited to host the five-a-side tournament in its continuous efforts to make the sport of football accessible to all females within the TCI, regardless of age, race, sex, financial status and/or physical ability.

GENDER EQUALITY TCIFA General Secretary, Candia Ewing, expressed that women’s football is one of the key pillars of the FA’s strategic plan. “It is important for us to raise awareness of gender equality whilst promoting the development of women’s football, and committing ourselves to providing opportunities that will strengthen the role of women and girls within the sport. We are so delighted to be a part of CONCACAF’s first Women’s Football Day, and hope that the event will help to inspire others.”

National forward Billy Forbes continues to make a name for himself in the North American Soccer League.

Forbes gets first assist for Scorpions in Spring Season The six footer, Kyle Lowry (middle with cap and white t-shirt), also proved to the young players that basketball is not just about height.

Lowry was an inspiration for Rising Stars’ youngsters TORONTO Raptors point guard Kyle Lowry was an inspiration for the Rising Stars Basketball Club after a recent visit organised by the Sandals Foundation.

The gifted player took time away from his family vacation to interact with the budding stars.

The club’s Communications Manager Dwyane Krzanowski called the visit a dream for the young basketball players.

“It’s a truly amazing thing to be able to give the kids of this club the opportunity to hear from someone who is actually living the dream they all share. For him to come out during

his family vacation and tell the kids that basketball is a tool they can use to accomplish their goals was phenomenal as that’s exactly what we try to teach them every week.”

Krzanowski also applauded the efforts by the philanthropic arm of Sandals Resorts International (SRI).

“We couldn’t be happier about having the Sandals Foundation select our club when Mr. Lowry advised them that he’d be interested in helping out the community. We truly appreciate the Foundation as well as Mr. Lowry and we wish him all the best next season.”

Elanor Finfin Krzanowski,

Sandals Foundation/Beaches PR Manager said that: “The Sandals Foundation is always looking for ways to inspire local youngsters in the community, whenever we have high profile athletes such as Kyle Lowry at our resort, we always encourage them to visit our schools and the basketball camps to meet the kids to encourage them to aspire for greatness.” “We are very grateful that Mr. Lowry is a supporter of our foundation and is even more grateful that he took time out from his family vacation to spend time with the local youth to help them change the game, both on and off the court.”

NATIONAL footballer Billy Forbes re-started from where he left off last season with an assist in a North American Soccer League Spring Season clash.

The San Antonio Scorpions’ star player came off the bench last

Saturday to register his first assist in his club’s opening win. The 1-0 victory was against the Carolina Railhawks in San Antonio.

Forbes was outstanding for the TCI in World Cup qualifying games against St. Kitts and Nevis.

Church Co-Ed Softball League:

Dean makes grand slam as Bethany beat Jericho SEASONED player Arthur Dean made a grand slam (bases loaded) to propel Bethany to a 14-8 win over Jericho when the Church Co-Ed Softball League continued recently at the National Stadium.

Dean was assisted by pitcher Denari Belliard who also made a home run in a game which

Bethany dominated. Jericho were led by a home run from Reese Mills.

In the other clash Paradise lost to Global United. The teams were virtually tied for several innings before the eventual winners scored an extra run for the 7-6 win.

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Williams storms to sub 46s 400M – Ready for 200M TCI born sprinter Delano Williams has taken the 400M by storm this season, his latest exploits in the quarter miler was a sub 46 seconds performance.

His attention has however shifted to the Cayman Islands where he will run his 200M season opener this Saturday.

The Grand Turk born 100M and 200M national record holder said he is: “Looking forward to running

a good time at the event (Cayman Invitational).” “I’m feeling great and I’m hoping for a good (200M) season.”

Although Williams has always preferred the 200M, an event which won him gold in 2012 at the World Junior Championships, the 21-yearold dominated in the 400M this season under boyhood coach Neil Harrison.

In a handful of 400M races he

Police Badgers set for first PABA final – Stallions looking for three-peat THE Police Badgers are in an unchartered land and the clash is against a pumped up Stallions team. It’s the battle of speed against experience and it will all culminate for the covet club title in the Turks and Caicos.

The PABA Night League bestin-five finals are expected to tip off this Saturday evening with a very experienced GT Stallions team looking to become the first to three consecutive titles.

For the Lawmen this is their first ever final, twice they have made the semi-finals, but both times they were knocked out.

On Friday last they changed a bit of their history when they advanced past the Five Cays Knights to book the top spot.

Although the Badgers won two straight, the Stallions have momentum on their side; they have been invincible in the post season with sweeps against the Hustlerz and rivals the Five Cays Flyers.

The Lawmen have also made their mark. Early in the season when the Police were on top of the league, seven straight wins, they had dispatched of the defending champions. In fact they were ahead by 20 points at the half, but won by eight points 66-58. In that game Eventz Dubois and Raymeeko Smith had the hot hands with 20 points each.

FAVOURITES The post season though is always different and due to experience and their ability to win the Stallions will start as favourites. However there will be a few key match ups.

Former Tabernacle High (Bahamas) Melvin Elsie Jr is key with the ball for the Lawmen. He has been super quick and un-guardable. Rotate him with bench player Smith and they can hold an end all night, but they will be met by the resistance of Kino Williams and Damian Seymour. Police’s shooting guard Dubios will have his hands filled with former finals MVP Tamaurrii Lightbourne, who has dominated for years and whose talent has led the Stallions.

Tamaurrii’s cousin Marcus Lightbourne and Alonzo Garland will battle with Sheldon Williams and Sandro Germain in the paint.

Stallions also strengthen their lineup with new players Enrico Smith and Levnskay Missick from the Grand Turk League.

Enrico Smith brings much speed to the line-up with his leg length and athletic ability at the small forward position while starter Missick has fortified the power forward position.

Can Stallions slow down the Police? And will experience trump speed? Those questions and more will be answered this Saturday in game one at the Gus Lightbourne Sports Complex court.

broke his personal best twice and if he were running for the TCI, these timings would have been national records, but in June of 2013 the former Munro College student switched allegiance from the TCI to Great Britain. He also had a personal best 400M split (44.7s) at the Gibson Relays in February.

CAN GO FASTER Williams broke Usain Bolt’s seven-year-old meet record when he competed at the Queens/Grace Jackson Track meet earlier this year with a PB of 46.20s. Last Saturday evening while competing at the Jamaica Invitational International meet he carried it to 45.42s. The new personal best was another win for the star sprinter.

Williams feels he can go faster than his recent time. His 45.42s is just over two seconds short of Michael Johnson’s long-standing world record of 43.18s, and if Williams continues to dominate in this event, he can inch closer to that time.

Delano Williams won the 400M event at the Jamaica Invitational International Meet in a time of 45.42s.

The Police Badgers will be looking to solidify themselves in the PABA Night League.

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