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THE Turks and Caicos Interim Government has begun inviting TCI Belongers to fill the posts of permanent secretaries in five public service ministries.

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WITH the aim of clamping down on past abuses of the system, a public consultation has been launched on a new scholarship programme ... PAGE  5

SIPT takes Varet ‘Jak’ Civre to court

AFTER two years of TCI residents accusing the Special Investigations Prosecution Team (SIPT) of inaction while living large at the people’s expense, the group has finally charged and taken to court one man. PAGE  4

King among queens

TCI Belonger Kazz Forbes poses with two Bahamas beauty queens at Grand Bahama’s prestigious Red Rose Ball gala event – ‘A Night at the Opera House, Australia’ where his designs awed the audience on November 05

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

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SIPT takes Varet ‘Jak’ Civre to court AFTER two years of TCI residents accusing the Special Investigations Prosecution Team (SIPT) of inaction while living large at the people’s expense, the group has finally charged and taken to court one man. Seventy-five year-old property tycoon and real estate professional Varet ‘Jak’ Civre was brought before Chief Magistrate Joan Joyner in the Providenciales Magistrates’ Court Thursday November 10, to answer charges of bribery. Attorney at Law Conrad Griffiths represented Civre and Mark Weekes represented the prosecution. Civre was arrested and charged on September 27 this year by SIPT and was granted a bond, or personal surety, in the sum of $36.35 million and instructed to make his first court appearance on November 10. His attorney Griffiths made a submission to Magistrate Joyner asking her to impose a new and reduced bail of $5m with Civre as his own surety, which Griffiths thought was appropriate. He informed the court that his client had signed the exorbitant bond imposed by SIPT in September since it was the eve of the Jewish holiday Rosh Hashanah, and Civre wanted to fly to the United States to celebrate with his family. However, now that he has returned to the TCI and made his first appearance in court, Civre is challenging the sum, deeming it grossly excessive and unreasonable. The attorney told the court of two other persons who were charged by SIPT and will likely appear in court alongside Civre, but they were granted notably smaller bail. He argued that the amount set by SIPT for his client is inappropriate

Prosecutor Mark Weekes

when compared to the $5,000 each that was granted to the other two persons, who remain unknown at this time. Those unnamed person are scheduled to make their first appearance in court on December 6. Griffiths told the court that his client is of good character and is not a flight risk since he has real and immovable assets in the TCI. The former Seven Stars owner was interviewed over a year ago in relation to the commission of enquiry in 2009. He was subsequently arrested six months ago and in addition to attending court voluntarily, has cooperated fully with SIPT in disclosing all of his assets. Magistrate Joyner adamantly refused to grant bail at a lower figure than the bond with the defendant being his own surety and suggested he find someone who would stand his bail for $10 million.

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Griffiths suggested an alternative of a surety with $50,000 or $100,000 since it was unlikely that some one could be found to post $10 million bail. “That’s impossible,” he said. “I am never going to find someone with $10 million in net worth.” The lawyer further argued that during the many discussions he had with members of the SIPT, they never addressed whether Civre would stand his own bail or not, since they apparently did not deem that necessary. He reminded the magistrate she was not asked to decide whether Civre would be granted personal surety but whether his bail would be reduced. Magistrate Joyner reiterated that she would not consider a lower bail without a third party surety saying: “That is not how this court does it. It is written in stone”. In a document presented to Magistrate Joyner, SIPT stated that if the magistrate was minded to impose a new and reduced personal surety then it is requesting a special condition, being that Civre surrender his passport. Griffiths objected to this and pointed the magistrate to a document supplied by a doctor in London, which claimed that Civre must travel to Florida for medical attention. In addition, he wanted to be able to visit his wife along with his teenaged daughter who attends school in Florida, as well as his team of lawyers in London. The attorney rebutted the magistrate’s suggestion that Civre apply for his passport every time he wished to leave the TCI, citing that that will have a significantly negative impact on the elderly man. Both parties finally agreed on a reporting condition.

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Civre was granted bail on the continued surety of $36.35 million with a special condition that he must report to SIPT on Leeward Highway on December 5 and January 16, 2012 between 9am and 4pm. Civre was ordered to present himself in the Grand Turk Supreme Court on February 3, 2012 for a sufficiency hearing. SIPT comprises a group of British officials, led by renowned British Barrister, Helen Garlick, which was established to unravel a number of apparently fraudulent business transactions involving several property giants and five members of parliament in the former government, and bring criminal charges against them if warranted. The persons associated with the SIPT probe are former Premier Michael Misick, his Deputy, Floyd Hall, former Environment Minister, McAllister Hanchell, former Health Minister, Lillian Boyce, and former Housing Minister, Jeffrey Hall. Bribery and ‘lavish hospitality’ in return for favours are some of the allegations made against the parties involved. Civre was born in Turkey and holds an Italian passport. He is

the President and CEO of Sodalco Development Company Ltd and has been resident in the TCI since 1995. His charge of bribery stem from an allegation that a gift of $150,000 was made by the Seven Stars developer to former Deputy Premier Floyd Hall the day before the 2007 general election. The prosecution claim the money was: “purportedly as a campaign donation but which the Hon. Floyd Hall paid into the business account of his company, Paradigm”. Civre’s court appearance follows the November 03 arrest of a 47-yearold male former cabinet minister of the last government. Also, a 42-yearold female and former cabinet member was reportedly arrested on Monday, November 07. Additionally, Weekly News has received unconfirmed reports that another senior female within the previous government was set to be arrested on Thursday, November 10. It has been unofficially stated that a number of arrests of former officials and leading businesspersons – possibly as many as 20 – may be made within the next few days, with them all being dragged before the court next month.

Weekly paid public servants severance money doubled Governor Ric Todd on November 11, announced a number of changes to the recently launched public sector voluntary severance scheme, and foremost among them is a doubling of lump sum payment to weekly paid workers who volunteer to leave the job. The Governor’s office stated in a media release that these enhancements follow representations to the Interim Administration from a number of stakeholders, including the Civil Service Association.

The improvements are: • A doubling of the lump sum element of the voluntary severance terms for weekly paid workers from one to two weeks wages per year of service. • The deadline for weekly waged workers’ expressions of interest in the scheme has been extended by three days until midnight on Thursday, 17 November 2011. • Reducing to four years the limit on reemployment in the public

service, rather than a total ban. • Agreement that severance payments may, if the employee wishes, be paid in quarterly or monthly instalments. “I understand that this is a difficult time for all public servants,” said Governor Todd. “That is why I have listened to the feedback from several quarters and have introduced these improvements to ensure that we treat people as fairly and generously as we can through this turbulent time.”

November 12 - 18, 2011

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Belongers only for PS posts THE Turks and Caicos Interim Government has begun inviting TCI Belongers to fill the posts of permanent secretaries in five public service ministries. Explaining that advertisements to this effect will appear in the three local newspapers, government stated that selection of the five senior civil servants is part of the continuing process of transforming the effectiveness and efficiency of public services. The advertisements will also appear on the government website www.gov.tc. Government stated in a media release on November 10, that as part of TCIGs ongoing Public Sector Reform programme, the number of ministries are being reduced from nine to five, and government is seeking to recruit five capable

Permanent Secretaries to lead the new ministries. The persons appointed will need to be: • TCI Belongers (citizens) although not necessarily living on the islands • Creative and strategic thinkers with real leadership ability and a relevant level of financial understanding • Change oriented and with a record of getting things done through people • Persuasive communicators orally and on paper • Able to manage complex stakeholder relationship, and above all • Of unquestionable integrity, with the courage to insist on, and exemplify the highest moral standards and behaviours

Previous government experience is not a pre-requisite and anyone with relevant leadership and management experience can apply. The new Permanent Secretary is a significant leadership appointment with wide-ranging responsibility for the effectiveness, efficiency and proper governance of the Ministry. Responsibilities will be wide-ranging, including the following: • Work with Ministers to develop policy and prioritise the Ministry’s agenda, in order to ensure efficient and effective delivery; • Give honest and if necessary unwelcome advice to Ministers; • Ensure that the Ministry, including the Minister and all its employees, operate at all times and in all circumstances within the letter and spirit of TCI law, and within the

letter and spirit of TCI Government financial procedures, General Orders, and Codes of Conduct; • Build a successful Ministry Board that can respond effectively and collaboratively to meeting the critical government priorities; • As a senior leader, provide a clear vision and effective leadership for the organisation, creating a one Ministry culture and an engaged workforce; • Promulgate and oversee actions to improve the Ministry’s capability in response to current and future challenges, including people development and succession planning; • Build credible relationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders critical to delivering the Ministry’s priorities, including other Government Ministries and other

sectors; • (Subject only to the need for person-related and commercial confidentiality) clearly, openly and transparently explain and account for the Ministry’s actions and decisions, including via the media. • As Accounting Officer, act to ensure that the Ministry has in place effective systems and processes of financial accounting, and ensure that its resources are used as efficiently and effectively as possible to deliver the Ministry’s aims; • Responsible and accountable for the Ministries budget, and budgeting process • Play an active and collaborative role as a member of the Permanent Secretaries’ Group To obtain further details including how to apply persons can visit www. gov.tc or telephone 1649 332 7902.

Draft Scholarship Policy to end abuses WITH the aim of clamping down on past abuses of the system, a public consultation has been launched on a new scholarship programme aimed at ensuring that the skills acquired by scholarship recipients are more relevant to the needs of Turks and Caicos Islands. A new Scholarship Policy Document, developed by the Higher Education Advisory Board/ Scholarship Committee under the auspices of the Ministry of Education, has as its objectives: • Ensuring the ownership and effective participation of Turks and Caicos Islanders in the growth and development of the Turks and Caicos Islands economy • Encouraging, honouring and rewarding merit, be it academic, technical or vocational • Encouraging the development of independent thinkers who are cognizant and responsive to their responsibilities in the social, economic and political fabric of the Turks and Caicos Islands society • Increasing the earning power of Turks and Caicos Islanders • Assisting with the alleviation of

poverty. According to a Ministry of Education media release on November 10, the new Policy requires students to meet eligibility criteria, including that an applicant must: (1) Be a Turks and Caicos Islander, and reside in the Turks and Caicos Islands (2) Have completed post-secondary education at the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College, British West Indies Collegiate, or any other 6th Form College in the Turks and Caicos Islands (3) Have no fewer than 5 passes in external exams (CXC-CSEC, IGCSE, GCE, O Level) at Grade III / C or above (4) Produce evidence of acceptance in an accredited institution, approved by the Ministry of Education, to pursue a course identified in the priority areas (5) If a graduate of the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College, have a minimum Grade Point Average of 3.00 or equivalent B grade (6) If a Turks and Caicos Islands

Civil Servant, produce evidence of approval of the choice of study, as well as study leave (if necessary), from the Office of Public Service Management (OPSM), through his/her Head of Department (7) Submit a completed application form and all supporting documents required for assessment by the Scholarship Board. To ensure the development needs of the TCI are met, the Ministry of Educations is required to publish, at the start of each financial year, the priority areas that will be given consideration for available scholarships. Applicants who receive a full scholarship will be required to sign a bond agreement with TCIG prior to the commencement of studies, and this should further secure the acquired skills for TCIs development. On completion of studies and immediately on return to the country, students must write a letter to the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education, copied to

Ministry of Education and Higher Education Advisory Board/Scholarship Committee members

the Permanent Secretary, Human Resources (OPSM), confirming completion of their programme and their availability for employment. Students are also required to register with the Labour Department. Interested persons are invited to peruse the scholarship document and provide feedback by November 18,

2011. Comments and observations may be sent to Mrs. Sonia Williams, Under Secretary in the Ministry of Education, at spwilliams@ gov.tc or Mrs. Tamera Robinson, Secretary to the Higher Education Board/Scholarship Committee at tamerarobinson5@gmail.com

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

November 12 - 18, 2011

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

Salvaging the health sector THE Interim Government says it will increase monthly health contributions by one per cent to six per cent of earnings per month per person to raise $3.5m more annually for TCI’s health services. We asked readers this week: Do you think this is the correct way to go about salvaging the cash-strapped health sector?

Let British pay

No, let the British pay for health care for the people of TCI since they want to be ‘ruler over all’. Let them pay. Let us go and they won’t have the burden of us. But since they have a problem doing that, they need to put out.

It was going to happen

Realistically it was always going to happen, the whole scheme was vastly underfunded from day one. If you are a Belonger it is still a very reasonable scheme, however for everyone else, the majority of those paying in, it is now a complete waste of both time and money. It means that all ex-pats now have to try and get private health insurance as well if they can afford it since they are no longer entitled to overseas care. What the NHIP does not seem to realise is it is not as simple as just putting a sick or injured person on a plane and sending them home. If they do not have insurance in their home country, they will not get treated there either. It is a total disgrace and I hope that someone looks at the legal aspects of it. The other huge area that still has not been looked at is the nearly 3,500 people who do not have to make contributions yet get full benefits. How can a country this small support that many people not paying into the scheme?

MRI scans

Perhaps treatments like MRI scans and usage of other countries hospitals for treatments that can be offered in the hospitals in the TCI, should be charged for. Charge all tourists who visit the TCI for any medical services given - after all, they can re-claim the cost from their travel insurance.

Need different accountants

First of all, don’t you think we need a

different accountant when they continue to need money? And how was this set up in the beginning? With just over 17,000 contributors, how can we run two hospitals? If you don’t contribute, you don’t get the services – that’s all you can do.

Already broke

NHIP started in April last year and is already broke, a very serious concern. We remember when many in the TCI called for Governor Wetherell to have a referendum because most of us suspected the plan was unaffordable as structured. The contract, we were told, was too complicated for us to see. Is that what is called transparency? Governor Todd tells us that this may not be the last raise in the income tax to support Inter-health and the other related costs. We have seen four managers of the NHIP resign. The latest was Dr Ewing the chief medical officer and Desiree James who was the chief financial officer. With the exit of these two, we must conclude something is wrong with the level of care and the financing of system. Let’s us not put an expensive Band Aid on a programme already declared unaffordable.

Scam and major joke

The health scare scam is a major joke and is failing. It was ill conceived from the beginning because they are all over the place floundering. How is it that the government of the TCI can sign an agreement with Inter-health Canada and agree to pay over $60 million a year of our taxpayer’s money and we in the public cannot see the agreement? Why should people pay to an agreement that was secret and especially an agreement that was forced through on the taxpayers from the former ultra-corrupt PNP regime? This whole thing is evil, wrong and ought never to have been in place in the first place. The former government and the former governor sought to implement a health scare scam on the people, shroud the whole thing in secrecy, build two buildings overpriced by

20 times the real cost and expect people to pay into it. It is so wrong. It is also seemingly a sacred cow that no one is big enough to launch a detailed investigation into it. The people who can least afford to pay are being forced to pay no matter what. We are losing residents daily, NHIP and tax increases have destroyed the TCI economy. The next generation could be saddled with untold debt, unexplained costs, hidden billings, buildings that cost 20 times the real cost. All in all, we are being experimented with. The government ought to end this nightmare and shut the whole thing down until some solutions could be found.

Extra cash from FCO

If they wish to continue the health plan (as initially faulty as it is), they will have to raise revenue. My belief is that since the FCO insisted that Wetherell sign it into law, the extra cash needed should come out of the FCO budget. The other major point is that the full range of services may not be offered to nonBelongers, even though everyone is paying full fare. This would seem to be a human rights issue that could well be pursued through the UN or other statutory body. Perhaps if they charged the fees to everyone, including the civil servants and Mikey’s chosen people, we would be in better financial shape.

Rates unrealistic

The current rates were always unrealistic, so of course the rate has to be increased. I still think that self-employed persons have either a raw deal or a great one. They all pay that $250 per month, regardless of whether they make $36,000 per year or $360,000 per year. It really hurts the single owner/operator, and is a bonus to larger, more lucrative operations. I also do not believe there are enough people here to make it work, ever. Bringing in tourism/medicine to help pay the bills seems like a good idea.

All must pay

The only way for the health system to work is that everyone needs to pay the correct amount. I think the government was foolish to think people were going to be honest and actually pay the true amount. There needs to be controls on the selfemployed people and the ones that keep no books because that is where the government is getting cheated. Forget about the percentage of salary method and go to a fixed cost per person and it will be cheaper in the long run for everyone because everyone must pay. If you are not a Belonger and are not employed then you need to go back to your native country.

Break Interhealth contract

I think that we should break the contract with Inter-health Canada, which will accumulate to over one billion dollars in 25 years, and pay the $125 million to break the contract. Let’s face it we had healthy happier people when we were able to deal with preventative medicine in our clinics. The hospitals have become a big black hole in our universe, where money is being sucked into a never-ending vacuum. Let’s cut our losses and move on. We can manage the hospitals ourselves and save a lot of money and lives in the process. People in the country are already under immense pressure, I feel like they have reached the brim, there is no disposable income left as is.

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UK relates to OTs correctly – Simon Fraser SENIOR British official, Simon Fraser, believes that the UK’s relationship with its overseas territories is a correct one, but the government will support selfdetermination if people of any territory want it. Mr Fraser, Permanent UnderSecretary in the Foreign and Commonwealth Office, made this eye-opening statement during a November 03 address in Anguilla where he outlined a soon-to-beimplemented three-pronged strategy for improving the UK’s relationship with the Overseas Territories. A UK 2012 White Paper on a wider public approach to the Territories will elaborate on the three-pronged strategy, which he said will focus on: strengthening and enlargement of relationship, interaction with territories; working for stronger good governance arrangements, public finance management and economic planning; and improving the quality and support available to the Territories. He said that one of the issues in the coming new strategy is governance ranging from financial management to ethical standards of government. Mr Fraser, Head of the UK Diplomatic Service and a top foreign policy advisor, made a two-

day visit to TCI on November 01, and met leaders of both political parties, government officials, and top business persons in what was described as an effort to assess progress towards elections on this territory. “In order to help us realise the goals of the strategy, the British Government has launched a public consultation process, which will enable the views of the people of Anguilla and the other Territories to be taken into account,” Mr Fraser said in Anguilla on November 03 at the beginning of a two-day visit. He said that OT governors will continue to have a crucial role to play in this new strategy, and named Anguilla Governor, Alistair Harrison, as a person in whom the UK has confidence in carrying out this role. Ironically, merely two days after Mr Fraser’s remarks, the people of Anguilla occupied the compound of the official residence of Governor Harrison, in another of many protests against the unpopular UK representative; this time objecting to his business relationship with persons deemed to be defrauding the island of revenue. Protesters again asked that Mr Harrison leave office. Regarding the OTs association with the UK, Mr Fraser said: “We

Protestors air their grievances to Anguillan Governor Alistair Harrison in compound of his official residence.

reviewed the constitutional status of our Overseas Territories. We are of the view that the fundamental structure of our constitutional relationships was the right one”. And, against the backdrop of Britain dissolving the government and assuming direct rule over Turks and Caicos, Mr Fraser offered a view contrary to the current TCI state of affairs: “powers are devolved to the elected governments of the settled territories to the maximum extent possible consistent with the UK retaining powers necessary to discharge our sovereign

responsibilities.” Similar to a position taken by many persons in Turks and Caicos, there is talk among Anguillans of wanting a radical change in the relationship with the UK. Mr Fraser said: “some are calling for ‘full internal self-government’. I think that rather than attach a label to Anguilla’s status, it is more helpful to focus on what needs to be changed in the constitution, and for that matter what doesn’t.”. He referred to the idea of associated statehood as a steppingstone to independence, but said

that this experiment proved unsatisfactory in the past. “The UK will not agree to a constitutional arrangement where we retain responsibilities without the necessary means to discharge them,” he said. He said that as long as the UK continues to hold responsibility for any of its territories, it will insist on retaining authority over those lands. He asserted that the UK relationship with the OTs ‘is a mutually beneficial one’. But, despite his assertion, Mr Fraser noted local calls for Anguilla’s political independence – a move that is being seen by many as the best way forward. “The British Government fully supports the principle of selfdetermination. Where independence is an option, as it is for Anguilla, and is the clearly expressed wish of the majority of the people of the Territory, the British Government will give every help to those Territories to achieve it.” This senior UK official elaborated: “If the elected ministers of government in Exco [Executive Council] wish to hold a referendum, we will respect the wishes of the majority of Anguillans, democratically and constitutionally expressed”.

Seven-foot swordfish hooked off Grand Turk Séamus Day, President of Sandbox Renewable Energy LLC, of Miami and 12-year resident of the Turks and Caicos Islands, recently caught a 7’5” (weight undetermined) broadbill swordfish, or Xiphias gladius’ (Greek for sword and gladiator) on the North West of the coast of Grand Turk, between Grand Turk and South Caicos on Thursday, October 27. The Grand Turk fish was caught in excess of 2,000 feet down off the NW coast of Grand Turk, between Grand Turk and South Caicos, using a whole fish as bait. “We believe this is the very first time that a broad bill swordfish has been targeted and caught recreationally in the TCI,” Seamus said. “We caught this magnificent, ‘prehistoric’ fish 2,000 feet down, this is a technically demanding branch of big game fishing that has recently exploded and enjoys a fanatical, big money following; the exciting thing is we now know that broadbills are here. It is our intention to stage an annual international sword-fishing tournament and we already have interest from far and wide. The trip took place aboard Day’s own vessel, the ‘Jasmin 5’, with the assistance of sword-fishing expert of 35 years, Captain Ally Mercier and Engineer Tim Pickett of LindgrenPitman. Pickett’s company, who are the worlds top sword fishing equipment

designers and manufacturers, supplied the specialist deep dropping equipment required for this extreme fishing. Captain Mark Day, former Director of the DECR and fanatical game fisherman, was on board as an observer. “We have been curious for some time about the presence of broadbills [swordfish] here and had seen them occasionally basking on the surface, warming themselves from their more usual lives in the deep, cold depths of the ocean” Swordfish spend the daylight hours down very deep, making them particularly hard to target, during the night they travel up the water column following the baitfish and squid that feed on the migratory plankton. Swordfish use their outsized bill to ‘swat’ and stun their prey before swallowing it whole. “Sword fishing is one of the fastest growing aspects of recreational big game fishing and boats will come from as far as Texas and NC to fish these tournaments. A similar tournament is held in Cayman and enjoys great success and offers much needed exposure for the island; there is even a tournament circuit around Florida and the Gulf of Mexico,” Day is not the only person who believes that fishing in its various forms would be beneficial to the country. When John Phillips, director

Seven-foot swordfish 1 – Posing with the large swordfish are from L-R Captain Ally Mercier, Captain Seamus Day, and Engineer Tim Pickett

of Claymore Group and member of the Consultative forum, reportedly said in a June interview, that the deepsea fishing industry would be an ideal adoption into the country’s industry, allowing for an alternate method of national income apart from tourism. “Fisheries particularly should be looking to export but they need major investment in order to move into deep-water fishing. Few have the boats, tackle, the equipment or

the processing and shipping facility to handle it.” Phillips states that there are vast amounts of tuna and stone crab in the deeper waters of Turks and Caicos, and it is a prime opportunity to create an industry by capitalizing on their presence, however due to the lack of technology they are currently out of reach for fisheries. However sport fishing is very possible, in fact, Day and several

associates are already starting to plan the annual Grand Turk sword fishing tournament, aiming to have it around June/July of each year and already have a number of foreign vessels and sponsors committed, which will enhance the already well established Grand Turk Game fishing tournament, which is aimed at a wide variety of other game fish species. Article contributed by Seamus Day.

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TCI gets top-notch weather equipment A significant step towards ensuring the Turks and Caicos Islands are well monitored and prepared for any type of bad weather, especially during the hurricane season was taken with installation of two stateof-the-art WeatherHawk Automatic Weather Stations. The two new weather stations which are located in Providenciales and Grand Turk have the ability to predict bad weather heading in the direction of the TCI; thereby, providing government with more time to prepare. Acquisition of these weather stations is essential to the TCI as they are capable of logging data 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and 365 days a year at a logging frequency as close as 15 minutes (or depending on the setting desired). They are then able to transmit the data to a secured storage devise (computer at the National Environment Centre) using wireless technology. The operation of the Department of Environmental and Coastal Resources’ (DECR) WeatherHawk is powered by a solar panel which means that it does not require an electrical supply to maintain its operation. The station in Providenciales is set up behind the National

Environmental Centre, the seat of office of the DECR that is located at Lower Bight Road, opposite the Children’s Park. FORTIS TCI assisted in the installation of the WeatherHawk atop the 100-foot electric pole that they donated. The station in Grand Turk was scheduled to be set up adjacent to the Bible Baptist Church on Church Folly by the end this week, ending November 19. TCI government said in a media release Tuesday, November 08, that the stations were obtained by the DECR with assistance of Turks and Caicos Utilities (TCU) as part of its efforts to assist the TCI in areas such as disaster risk management and climate change adaptation. Government stated that the WeatherHawks complement the existing weather stations in TCI such as those installed and operated close to the Providenciales International Airport, Turtle Cove Marina, and Regent Grant in Grace Bay. The WeatherHawk provides the TCI with much needed meteorological information whilst looking ahead, as it can simultaneously record the atmospheric temperature, amount of rainfall, relative humidity, atmospheric pressure, solar radiation, evapo-transpiration, wind direction,

DECR Officer Leroy Brooks (atop construction boom) looks into the Weather Hawk date storage

FORTIS workers install the WeatherHawk system in Providenciales

Close up view of the WeatherHawk system

and wind speed, government stated. Director of DECR, Wesley Clerveaux, expressed appreciation to FORTIS and TCU for their full support of the projects and activities of the DECR. He said: “FORTIS also supported the Native Plant Biodiversity Nursery and the Bight Park in Providenciales. What the DECR and its partners, FORTIS

and TCU are doing with the weather station project is a classical example of public-private partnership where the ultimate winner is the people/ public and the environment.” Some of the data being generated by the WeatherHawk would be very important in modeling and forecasting global warming, sea level rising and living comfort index. The

meteorological data can also be used by fishermen, students, researchers, tourists and the public in general. The data will be available online at, http://www.anythingweather. com/current.aspx?id=48740 Persons needing more details should contact the DECR at info@ environment.tc or visit the website: www.environment.tc.

Caribbean food and wine festival a tasty success Organisers of TCI’s first ever Caribbean Food and Wine Festival held their food and drink extravaganza in collaboration with the fifth annual gourmet safari last weekend and diners testified it was a tasty success. Patrons were wined and dined on November 04 and 05 by award winning chefs and master sommeliers who displayed their crafts to the diners’ delight. The extravaganza kicked off with a cocktail reception and welcome dinner featuring guest Chef Beau Macmillan, winner of Iron Chef America at the Anacaona at Grace Bay Club. Guests mingled under the stars in the gentle cool night breeze sipping martinis and listening to the soothing sounds of a live band. After receiving their very own autographed copy of ‘Sexy Women Eat’ by author and successful businesswoman Divya Gugnani, guests were ushered to elegantly laid dinner tables. There, after being introduced to Chef Beau Macmillan, they were served an exclusive five-course meal paired with wines from Duck Pond Cellar followed by cigars and infused rum.

The following day, the extravaganza continued at 11am at the Veranda Resorts where guests were encouraged to ‘drink more wine’ as they moved between condos to indulge in a variety of chocolates, meats, seafood and cheeses all washed down with the finest wines. It was a tantalising experience for their palate and educational as well. Director of Department of Environmental and Coastal Resources, Wesley Clerveaux, delivered interesting facts and anecdotes about seafood while Scott Jenkins introduced the wines. Iron Chef Beau Macmillan and Chef Wolfgang prepared beef, pork belly, lamb, and ham delicacies while Master Wine Sommelier and producer Tuck Beckstoffer paired the wines. Renowned Cheese Connoisseur Scott Brown spoke about the different cheeses presented and the wine pairing was done by Master Sommelier Geoff Kruth. Chef Eric Vernice of Parallel 23 uncovered the hidden secrets of chocolate and Lisa Jenkins highlighted the wines served. Then it was time to head home, freshen up, and return later that

evening for the main event, the gourmet safari. It was truly a journey into the world of exotic gourmet delights. From the opening reception at Krave Grace Bay Club to Gansevoort for desert, it was truly a night to remember. The first course of duet of ahi Tuna and smoked and tartare with pistachio crusted baby back ribs were served at Coyoba. The patrons were then shuttled to Seven Stars for the fish course, then onto Parallel 23 for the meat course. The evening lulled to an end with desert of chocolate tort with smoked ice cream and cigars at Gansevoort. Marketing representative Lynn Bengtsson said that the event was well attended and tickets were sold out days before. Co-Chairman of the Caribbean Food and Wine Festival Committee, Nikheal Advani said that the event was a huge success compared to the ones held the previous years. Operations manager of Wine Cellar/Discount Liquors and cochairman of the Caribbean Food and Wine Festival Anthony Garland, said that funds raised from this event will go towards the Lit’l Chefs program.

Lit’l Chef Avianne Been poses with Iron Chefs Martin Davies and Paul Newman

The delectable seafood plate

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Interhealth pledges healthcare cost cuts INTERHEALTH Canada will be doing all it can to help reduce healthcare costs in the TCI, a spokesperson stated following recent talks among government and private sector officials on how to slash the country’s healthcare costs. The pledge followed discussions held between the Governor, Ric Todd, representatives from the Ministry of Health and NHIP and Interhealth’s Global Chief Executive, George Commander. The discussions came after government sought public thoughts about TCI’s healthcare costs. Following their responses, Interhealth put forward for consideration a range of cost-cutting and revenue-making ideas and

proposals without renegotiating the contract, the company stated in a media release. Chief Executive, Roger Cheesman said: “There should be no doubt that InterHealth Canada, the government, the Ministry of Health and NHIP are working hard together to help reduce the global healthcare costs in the TCI.” However, despite recent public statements suggesting that the contract between the government and InterHealth Canada could be renegotiated, Dr Cheesman said this was not an option. “It has been frequently asked in recent weeks whether the contract between the Government and InterHealth Canada is going to be

Remembrance Day observed Friday, November 11, marked Remembrance Day, and in observance of this occasion in the Turks and Caicos islands, Governor Ric Todd was scheduled to attend wreath-laying ceremonies and ecumenical services on Grand Turk and Providenciales on Sunday, November 13. In most Commonwealth countries, observance of Remembrance Day – or Armistice Day – is held on the second Sunday in November, closest to November 11. The occasion is also referred to as Remembrance Sunday. This was originally an observance of the end of the First World War on November 11, at 11am 1918, but later became an event to commemorate the Second World War, and other international conflicts since that time. In most Commonwealth countries Remembrance Day is marked by wreath-laying ceremonies, usually held at cenotaphs or other local war memorials in cities, towns and villages.

Interhealth pledges - Cheshire Hall medical centre on Providenciales

renegotiated,” he said. “I’m afraid this is completely the wrong phrase because the contract has never been up for renegotiation. “What does exist within the agreement is the facility to request change and that is what we and the government are doing – reviewing what changes can be made to benefit the cost and delivery of healthcare.” Dr Cheesman further explained: “InterHealth Canada has always moved healthcare in the TCI forward with sustainability as a priority. “At the moment the world is experiencing a very different economy to the one that existed when the agreement for the hospital was signed and we are acutely aware that the Government is working under severe financial constraints and restraints. “We accept and acknowledge that these constraints and restraints also apply to healthcare and so we are working with the government on potential cost cutting and revenue making measures that can be implemented in the near future and in the longer term. He added: “The scope of work in both centres – Provo and Grand Turk – is being looked at to see where we might be able to move certain services

to other providers and introduce new services, which will require a small financial outlay now, but that will result in savings over time. “For instance, it might be that we are having to send patients overseas for surgeries and treatments that, with the purchase of particular specialist equipment, our doctors and visiting consultants can do here in the TCI, thus resulting in substantial savings over time. “In other words, short term relatively low investment for considerable long term gain.” And fears that the Grand Turk hospital would be closed in a bid to save money have also been dismissed. “The Cockburn Town Medical Centre in Grand Turk will remain open and operational”, stressed Dr Cheesman. “We have, however, always accepted that there is the capacity to utilise the centre further than is being done at the moment and so reviews are currently underway. “Services that are being considered included health tourism and the provision of long term care. “Again, these ideas and proposals are being discussed by InterHealth

Canada, the Government, the Ministry of Health and NHIP and we wait and see what comes of these talks. “One thing is certain and that is we shall continue to deliver a quality healthcare service for the second largest population in the TCI.” Meanwhile there was reassuring news for staff members who feared that potential reforms would result in wide scale job cuts. Dr Cheesman insisted: “I am confident that there will be no staff cuts at either centre. In fairness we are working with marginal numbers as it is and so this really isn’t a realistic consideration. “Jobs and duties may change slightly due to any new services that are implemented in the future, however these will be discussed and debated at the appropriate time. InterHealth Canada will continue with its rigorous policy of employing Belongers wherever possible and where relevant skills and training allow and, as already indicated, we will do all we can to help through these difficult economic times. “Our discussions with all parties have been excellent and we will continue to work hard for the people of the TCI.”

Levies and adjournments on NIB court cases Governor Todd is expected to lay a wreath at the foot of the cenotaph in Grand Turk, and at the foot of the monument outside the Providenciales Anglican Church. In the days leading up to November 11, on that day and until the following Sunday, citizens customarily buy and wear poppy brooches, and the proceeds would go to support the local legionaries organization. Two minutes of silence is observed at the wreath-laying ceremony, and church bells are traditionally rung half-muffled.

THERE were five matters brought before the Providenciales Magistrate’s Court concerning persons accused of violating legislation relating to the National Insurance Board, on November 07 and 08. According to the board a writ to levy over $30,000 was issued against an offender, a distress warrant was issued on another for a levy also of over $30,000, and three matters were adjourned. NIB stated in a media release: “On November 7, 2011, Attorney Aswood Forbes appeared in the Providenciales Magistrate’s Court to answer to complaints for failing to pay national insurance contributions and additional

charges as a self employed person in the amount of $2,598.96. The matter was adjourned for Monday March 19, 2012. “On November 7, 2011, Jacynth Laporte appeared in the Providenciales Magistrate’s Court to answer to complaints for failing to pay national insurance additional charges as an employer in the amount of $4,268.80. The matter was adjourned for Monday March 19, 2012. “On November 7, 2011, the National Insurance Board made application in the Providenciales Magistrate’s Court for a Distress Warrant to be issued against restaurant owner, Ms Felicitia Feliz Miesen. A Distress Warrant was

issued by the court for the levying of $36,664.86. “On November 7, 2011, owner of Sky Juice, Dion Pratt, was scheduled to appear in the Providenciales Magistrate’s Court to answer to complaints for failing to pay national insurance additional charges as an employer in the amount of $1,999.92. The matter was adjourned for Monday March 19, 2012. “On November 8, 2011, Defendant Mr Lofton Morley of Direct Transport appeared in the Providenciales Magistrate’s Court to answer to an application for a Writ of Execution filed by the National Insurance Board. The Writ was issued by the Court for the levying of US $37,788.04.”

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Pursue, overcome, restore ON, Sunday, November 6, I attended a service at the invitation of Bishop Brian Cox, and thank God that I did. Those persons who promised to attend and did not, will forever be worst for wear. The above caption comes directly from some of the things the good bishop had to say. We as a people, we Turks and Caicos Islanders now more than ever - have to put aside our political, social, economic, or island divisional petty differences and band together to fight the common enemy that has come in, as some rightly said, at the invitation of some of us. Not another day should pass before we must ‘take up arms against a sea of trouble’. The Biblical references of the good bishop were right on point. The English as someone pointed out because Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland have nothing to do directly with the farce that is being perpetrated on our people - have been effectively executing their ‘divide and conquer’ rule here. We now have to get up out of the funk of thinking that their intervention was for our own good. My friends and countrymen, it is all about ‘contingent liability’. They went to sleep at the switch, and like a drunken sailor when he is woken, break everything in sight, while saying that it is his intention to fix it. How much longer should we sit idly by and watch all of our rights be taken from us? How much longer must we stand by and allow our laws to be changed to our detriment? Do you really think that a law which allows some unnamed person, from whatever foreign country to make a statement about a Turks and Caicos Islander, hide behind it with the authorities saying that he cannot be found or it is too expensive for him to be brought here so that he can face the accused person is all fine and dandy? That is clearly a recipe for total mischief and opened to abuse in the hands of persons who have clearly demonstrated that the rule of law means nothing, and the presumption of transparency applies only to situations involving Turks and Caicos Islanders. The veracity of the statement our learned Attorney General, M. Shepherd, can be called into question when he says that this is something to bring clarity to the legal position here. He also talks about financial legislation. If he were genuinely interested in that area of law and since we have not had any new legislation that would allow new products to be offered, why did he not start with that? These guys really think we are stupid to be continually and continuously falling for the ‘banana in the tail pipe charade’.

We as Turks and Caicos Islanders must begin to fight fire with fire, might with might. We have to use a targeted, strategic and sustained approach towards these oppressing occupiers. We cannot be sidetracked and divided in our collective desire to rid ourselves of this evil scourge on our society. You remember the saying: ‘the enemy of my enemy is my friend’? Well my PDM, PNP, PNO and NPD friends, our enemy is the English and we must be rid of them so that we can rule and govern ourselves in our best interest. If any of you can realistically show me how the taxes that are being imposed on us is for our benefit, if you can show me how the bringing into force of the ‘Hearsay Bill’, how by sending home Turks and Caicos Islanders without a severance package, so-called ‘voluntary redundancy where we can never, ever re-enter the public service - among other things - are for our benefit, then I will gladly eat crow. And, I come from Kew, North Caicos, where for a while crows were in great supply. And mark my word, I am indeed a man true to my word. Importantly, we must remember that there is more in common between us than that which separates us. Can you find a Turks and Caicos Islander who is a member of your party that does not have a relative in mine? That thought is an exercise in total folly. In larger countries that might be the case but here, we have yet to reach such a state of affairs. While we still have the opportunity to be our brothers and sisters’ keepers, then let us do just that. This is really an ‘us against them’ situation that we find ourselves in, but the thing is, it is we who are divided, against them together. Don’t forget now that the bishop reminded us yesterday that David Cameron and Nick Klegg came together to form a coalition government to rule ‘Great Britain’. And they had monumental differences between them. They came from different educational, social and economic backgrounds. They differed fundamentally from each other with respect to proportional representation versus first past the post for the election of their Parliament. When they had the referendum, it was the conservative operatives that led the charge that assured the defeat of that referendum. But as the bishop alluded to, there must be some grown-ups in the room who can knock together the heads of our leaders and aspiring

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leaders to see the light of day and allow us to unite for the common purpose of defeating our common enemy. It is time we realize that in unity is strength and there is greater strength in numbers. The struggles of thirty-five years ago have reared their ugly head. The only difference today is that we are smarter, wiser and possess the educational tools to stand up to and challenge our illegal occupiers. The struggle today is no different, it’s just more organized and strategic. We must do all we can as one – thus ensuring it is we as a people who have the kind of country we want to live in and see grow from strength to strength. Not one designed for us, not by us, alienating us. This cannot and will not happen, we must band together and do our utmost best to halt these actions that are taking place against the people of this great nation. We have to hear that still small voice that is telling us to unite and fight our common enemy. The spoils will be there for us to share later. Right now, the spoils that we have were provided for ourselves and we are left on the sidelines ‘looking and living’, with the day of our demise being imminent. The good book tells us those who have eyes to see, let them see and those who have ears to hear, let them hear. We have to both hear and see what is happening to us and reverse and rectify the situation. I know that plenty of us have the notion of ‘I don’t have to get involved because those that do will have it sorted out’. My friend, my countrymen and women, if there is ever a time when this approach will not work it is now. It has to be all hands on deck. Man all the barricades. As a people, we have to confound the enemy from without, as well as from within. Lest we forget, we will have some Judases goats among us. Jesus Christ had his. This, however, does not give the notion that we should throw up our hands in surrender. We have to throw up our arms with the implements of war, because this is war; and we must band together in the revolutionary struggle. Do you know, the actions of these British occupiers come in many shades and fashions? These guys are conducting psychological warfare against us. They smile, nod, call us friends, and pretend that they are working in good faith for the benefit of the people of these ‘Beautiful by Nature’ islands. If we are to survive as a people, we must start turning the tables on them and shifting the goal post to suit us. We have to, as the heading alludes to, pursue our enemy, overcome him and restore to us what is rightfully ours. Royal S. Robinson, MBE

The Elections Issue, a prospective investor speaks IT seems these days that the restoring of the elections process in the Turks & Caicos Islands is a very sensitive and prominent issue. The local citizenry insists that their legitimate right to rule themselves is being denied by an uncaring and heavy-handed British presence, and the interim government is demanding the prior development of governmental and societal controls it considers necessary to help prevent a return to the irresponsible local government of recent years. Both these positions have their merits, and no one suggests the problem is clear-cut. But this country is suffering right now from an almost total lack of significant inward investment and, unless that level of investment rebounds drastically, we have a very long and difficult future ahead of us. Notwithstanding that the interim government seems to be doing very little to encourage legitimate inward investment, neither can anyone responsibly advocate a return to the recent practice of drawing in highlyquestionable projects by bestowing upon the developers huge tracts of Crown land in return for a muchundervalued payment, most of which - it is alleged = then went into the personal pockets of the government ministers of the day. So how do we create an environment that appeals to a prospective investor? Anyone planning a major investment in this country has the experience and/ or resources to make his own informed decisions about how long the Turks & Caicos Islands is likely to remain a preferred destination; what effect the expanded airport is likely to have on the flow of tourists from farther abroad; how well the local infrastructure will keep pace with the demands of further development; whether the crime rate can be kept at an acceptable level; and how the local labour market will provide up-scale developments with the quality of staff they need to succeed. All those factors can be evaluated, under various assumptions of certainty, and decisions made accordingly. But behind and underpinning all these factors is the question of political stability. It would be extremely naive of anyone not to accept the fact that the British presence in this country, however behind-the-scenes it may have been (and how blind or dense we know some of its previous officials to have been), has provided a very significant degree of comfort to outside investors. They took this presence as an assurance of an overriding rule of common law, and a guarantee they would not find themselves subject to the whims of the people in power that so often characterize life in third world countries, and this confidence was often a very key factor in the decision to invest here rather than

elsewhere. How can a prospective investor seriously consider the Turks & Caicos Islands now, when all current indications are that, even before his project is finished, this country could well be back in the control of one of the same political gangs that brought us to the condition we now find ourselves in? Investors over the past 10 to 15 years may or may not have known that the British had to suspend local government once before, but even those that did know probably thought those circumstances were way in the past and no longer a factor. But this time, everybody knows; knows that it was just yesterday; and knows that worldwide investigations are underway, with serious criminal charges likely to be brought against many members of the previous TCI Government. If elections were to be held tomorrow, we would have the same two parties, two leaders with virtually no experience, the same ‘power brokers’ within the two parties, an electoral system that is unchanged since the last elections, and a country that is flat-out broke. But there will be more controls in place, some say, and therefore the elected government will be more transparent and less corrupt. Do you really think so? Are these folks not the same ones who decried the British suspension of the Constitution, arguing that the necessary controls were always there, and only needed better enforcement? And we to expect this to bring us better results? (One suggested definition of ‘stupidity’ is “doing the same thing over and over again and expecting a different outcome”.) We who live in this country, citizens and non-voting residents alike, may be more or less stuck with this situation, but we should not delude ourselves that it creates any kind of receptive environment for inward investment. This suggestion will definitely not be popular with the ‘vocal majority’ of Turks & Caicos Islanders (though I suspect it will find a higher degree of favour with the silent majority) and it will probably be as welcome to Her Majesty’s Government as another round of riots in Brixton but, from the perspective of encouraging inward investment, the only logical way to go forward is for the interim government to announce unequivocally that local elections are no longer imminent, and that the British will be running this country for the foreseeable future - let’s hope with much more transparency and farsightedness than they have demonstrated thus far. Lorne Rowe

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Letters Oh no Fortis, green power is ready THE stench of mendacity emanating from Fortis and its TCI CEO, Mr Powell is another example of why TCI continues to be a failing experiment, abused by outside influence. Mr. Powell’s presentation to the Rotary Club is the same tired dribble that I first heard from him four years ago. I was assigned to Provo by a consortium of investors and philanthropists from 2007 through 2009. My sole purpose was to explore and assess the feasibility of these two alternative energy sources for low-income residents in TCI. The fact is that TCI is perfectly situated for solar and in particular, wind-power generation. Further, it is so geographically blessed that most countries that harness the gift of wind and solar do so with somewhere between 50-90% lessfavourable conditions. Fortis has a monopoly on power generation in TCI and, it has no intention of allowing homeowners or developers to set-up small turbines and feed the excess power back into the grid. Let me clarify why Fortis TCI is the roadblock to lower power fees in TCI. If a homeowner or better yet, a governmentsubsidized housing development wants to make use of a small wind-turbine in Provo, they are, de-facto, blocked by Fortis. A wind-turbine produces electricity that the homes use. When the turbine is producing more electricity than the homes need, that electricity must go somewhere; it cannot just spill out onto the ground like an overflowing water hose in a bucket. This excess electricity must be either stored in batteries - these batteries are far too expensive for

99.9% of TCI residents - or it must be fed back into the electrical grid. In countries where people actually have a say in how they are governed, the electricity suppliers actually pay the homeowners for that electricity that is fed back into the grid. Fortis TCI not only refuses to pay for this free electricity, it will not allow TCI citizens to hook into the grid. Yes, that is correct; Fortis TCI will not allow TCI residents to send their excess electricity into the grid free of charge. And, that means windturbines for the poor and hungry are technically impossible. I must note that I am not a socialist. I am a capitalist, albeit a compassionate one. Fortis has and yes, it actually needs its monopoly. TCI is far too small for more than one supplier of electricity. No power generating company would operate in TCI without a monopoly; it would be a recipe for bankruptcy. And please note that I have not mentioned anything about the obvious environmental benefits of wind and solar power over TCI’s diesel-generated electricity system. But, if Fortis TCI had some compassion, it would allow people under a certain income to make use of these now easily harnessed natural gifts. In TCI where $10.00 an hour is often a standard rate of pay, and an electricity bill for a one-bedroom apartment is $200.00 a month, why not allow the wind to lower that bill to $100.00 for some poor soul? Allan Einstoss Green Landfill Diversion Inc.

You cannot be serious

A few weeks ago, by their own admission, the interim government announced that there would be shortfalls in the income for the hospital system. There was some kind of public consultation to all the persons in the community. The question is why would the interim government, persons who were not part of the original deal, insist on forcing this on the people and insist on taking the blame for what others have done. This arrangement was forced on the people by the former government and made law while the PNP was still unfortunately in office. But the makers of the deal, Galmo Williams, Royal Robinson, Rufus Ewing, Mike Misick, Floyd Hall and others have not accounted for the deal, the monies paid, the honorariums etc., and it would seem that they do not care if poor people must pay for what they have done. Now, there was a recent public consultation, and the facts show and must show that there was a consensus from the general public, that there ought to be no increases in the NHIP payment and the whole scheme, ought to be investigated. Instead, they are now seeking to force jobless residents of the TCI to pay for it. It would seem that the backers, the lenders, the financiers, the persons who funded this scheme, the persons who paid for the PNP to take office to force it on the people are insisting on being paid. There are no alternatives, the revenues are low, the government cannot seem to process investment projects fast enough to build revenue, so the idea is to kill what’s left behind

- the people. Increase contributions by one percent, take the whole thing to six percent, and make those who do not have money, those who are not working, those who cannot get jobs – pay. What will they do when people, who do not have money, cannot pay? Place them on trial, force them to hire lawyers and incur more costs, place them in jail and destroy them forever. Is this right? You cannot be serious! You cannot be serious! Why have you not explained the cost differential between the buildings on Providenciales and the buildings on Grant Turk? Why have you not explained the fact that none of these buildings can ever cost $65 million, or $125 million together with a $235 million mortgage? Why have you people not explained why the NHIP reinsurance contract must remain a mystery? The finger, the eye, the attention of the public, you people, we people, must still focus on who really placed the monies for Interhealth Canada, and why they are insisting on being paid twice: sixty million a year from the Turks & Caicos Government and payments from the NHIP. That is too much of money for any people to pay. Right now, mainly because of the corruption of the PNP Government and their hospital scheme the country is broke. They are blaming the British but it is they who have this place in the problems in which it finds itself. The attention in not on the Oxford Ventures Group, the Leeward Group, Johnston International Group, the

Belize bank and the conductor. No, it is on other things. The people who are paying $250 per month simply cannot pay and are being forced to make choices between eating, paying light bills, water bills, car payments, loan payments, and cannot save. They are starving the people to death. Some part of this is because we the people do not want to be honest and point the finger at what is causing the problem. So they will increase our bills, increase our taxes and make the people, pay for what others have done to us all. Is there a plan to shut the economy down, choke it to death and please the lender? Who is the lender? This cannot make sense. Shall we rename the interim government, the ‘You cannot be serious’ government? Will Turks & Caicos Islanders and residents sit down and allow them to tax this country to death? It is now incumbent on Royal Robinson, Rufus Ewing, Mike Misick, Floyd Hall and others to come forward and explain where the monies went. Why this deal has to cost the people of the TCI all of this money? Please explain what you all did to put this deal together. This bigger and better arrangement is causing people in the TCI to suffer. Why are you not forcing the PNP, Royal Robinson, Rufus Ewing, Mike Misick, Floyd Hall, Inter-health Canada, Johnston International, to pay for this? Why are poor innocent people being forced to pay for what they have done? You just cannot be serious. Samsune Taylor

COMMENTARY

The sifting sands of time

WITH milestones scheduled for completion, the hourglass has been turned over again and the sands are running to the 2012 elections. It is never too early for voters to begin evaluating the two political parties, their history of success and failings. We do not have published platforms but the Progressive National Party wants an independent TCI, and the Peoples Democratic Movement wants development and an expanded economy. The PNP only recently began to posture themselves. Leader Clayton Greene is blaming Britain for all our woes. As the special investigation and prosecution team (SIPT) begins

By David Tapfer to move from its investigative phase to prosecutions PNPs now seem to have elevated concerns. One former PNP minister recently said she believes prosecutions will be widespread as she cast her vote for independence. Another question is will Greene

retain his leadership that resulted from a Misick endorsement. He is a year late in selecting a deputy. It is difficult to determine who in PNP politics will emerge qualified to run. Will it be Greene, Royal or perhaps Donahue? Maybe EJ Saunders. Misick beneficiaries all. The PDM Leader, Douglas Parnell, is an obvious candidate and has had a lot to say. Parnell denied the stupid story put out by the PNP house organ and sources say he is seeking legal remedies. Parnell quickly publicly proclaimed the story was totally miss cast. Interesting is the PNPs have yet to declared their innocence. Instead, they only question Britain’s authority to call them to court.

Parnell has represented islanders to key members of the British House of Commons and House of Lords as well as other British movers and shakers. He has financed and led four entourages to Britain. Here at home Parnell provided a voice for the people forming the Unity March, the TCI All-Party Group, and the National Conversation. Now past elements within the PDM contest Parnell’s leadership, attempting to bring former Chief Minister, Derek Taylor, out of retirement in Grand Turk. It was Taylor who lost out to Mike Misick in a 2003 bi-election after a too close PDM win. Many have said support for the Taylor government was diminished in 2003 owed to

Taylor’s laid back governing style at a time when the country was ready to move rapidly forward. After losing the election Taylor was replaced as Leader of the Opposition to the PNP government years ago by another possible 2012 candidate, financial planner and CPA, Floyd Seymour. The spotlight is on the looming November 18 PDM convention. Will they return to 2003 and the PDM, which lost out to Mike Misick and company, or will they decide that Parnell has earned the right to continue his leadership. The PDM convention could predict the 2012 election results and possibly the fate of the TCI.

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autism awareness By Nicole Cox, a mother living with autism

A passenger posing a London Black Cab with a TCI advertisement

Islands life in a London Black Cab FOR the next six months a fleet of London Black Cabs will be featuring the Turks and Caicos Islands. The Turks and Caicos Islands Tourist Board stated it has placed advertisements on 10 of the iconic London Black Cabs. The cabs can be seen in and around central London. The advertisements feature Turks

and Caicos’ beautiful beaches and underwater world as well as culture and the world famous golf course. The TCI branding continues inside the cab with advertisements of the Islands on the tip-up seats. They also include a QR Bar Code that passengers can scan with their smart phones and are lead directly to the

Market day returns

MARKET Day has returned and is being held on the first and third Saturdays of each month at 1267 Leeward Highway, a prime downtown location. Next Market Day is November 19.

Some tables are still available and organisers are seeking vendors, local crafters, artisans, musicians, and other interested persons. For fee information, contact Johanna at 245-3462 between 9am and 2pm.

Happy birthday Brie HAPPY birthday Our dear friend, Amazing times, we always spend. Laughter and jokes are commonplace, Since we built that solid base. Special One that We hold dear, Always wish to have you near. If you stumble, count us there, Gratitude; no need to declare. Wishing Miss Brie Roxy all the best on her birthday from the entire family circle, especially Mommy Coco, Auntie Claude, and Daddy Lance. Also best wishes from your dear friends especially, Chrissy. Lots of love from your Godchildren who adore you. Send your special occasion to: Weekly News, Cheshire House, Leeward Highway, PO Box 52, Providenciales or email to tcweeklynews@gmail.com. Free of Charge!

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www.turksandcaicostourism.com To encourage bookings to the Islands the advertisements invite viewers to go to www.ba.com/turksandcaicos where they can book a flight and holiday to the Turks and Caicos. So if in Central London over the next six months please look out for the cabs and enjoy a little island life in the city.

TCI video on airlines

THE Turks and Caicos Tourist Board has stated that since September, the islands have been viewable on board a number of major North American airlines, shining light on the destination as an ideal place to vacation. The Tourist Board’s promotion is a five-minute video presentation on board such carriers as Delta, US Airways and American Airlines and a two-minute video on board Continental Airlines. These videos can be viewed by travellers across the United States who may be passengers on any of the carriers mentioned earlier. Regional Marketing Manager, Pamela Ewing said the information in the video is: “all tourism related, focused on the islands as a destination, highlighting activities, culture and all that is available to be done throughout the chain of islands.” The Tourist Board stated on November 02 that travellers would be able to periodically watch the video on the different carriers. They include US Airways in September, Continental in September, American Airlines in November, Delta Airlines in December, and US Airways in March 2012. The breakdown on when the videos will be airing on the flights was done so to maximize viewership especially over the busy holiday travel schedule while also maintaining cost. Director of Tourism Ralph Higgs said: “these new in-flight video presentations on the islands will expose the destination to a new set of travellers who may not have thought about visiting the Turks and Caicos before and may very well do so after seeing what an experience we have to offer”.

Josiah, aged four

Spectrum of Hope Vol 8

Finding Your Dawn part 1

THERE are several steps to finding your dawn. Let’s start at the very beginning, a very good place to start. When a leading expert in any field gives you advice, you take it and run. Dr David O. Childers of the Center for Autism and Related Disorders chapter in Jacksonville, Florida handed us Josiah’s official diagnosis in 2009. Along with the extensive report of findings, recommended treatment plan, and resource list, he strongly advised that if private therapy could at all be managed, we should pursue it. Nobody had to tell me twice. Thanks to the contacts of Yolande Robinson, a special education teacher living in Grand Turk (who also directs a learning center), we found a Canadian young lady named Alicia New. She was preparing to enter graduate school and had been working as an Instructor Therapist (IT) for 4 years at an autism center in Toronto. Tag, you’re it! She came for six months to begin Josiah in a full-time Applied Behavior Analysis program. Understand what ‘full-time’ means. It does not mean that the child is run through trial after trial by his instructor for eight solid hours a day, five days a week at his work center. It means that the child is engaged by any persons in his vicinity with ABA principals (direct instruction or natural application) all day long wherever he may be. There is a frightening concept that therapy starts when the child gets to the teacher and stops when he comes home. The teacher will ‘fix’ him. Parents tend to fall into this mentality with everything, school, extra-curricular activities, church, name it and we parents can find a way to ‘check out’ at the door. We blame it on schedules, work or anything else. But, the truth is that we sometimes expect our chosen school or activity to parent for us. Let us see how that’s working for us. A child cannot play piano well if he never practices. A child will not be a very good athlete if we allow him to eat garbage all day in any amount he wants. A child won’t get much from church if the family never applies the principles in the home. A child will not be the best student if we don’t require him or her to do the homework. Ok, I think you get it. There is no magic therapy for anything in which we want a child to improve. There is only method and theory. How much the method and theory is executed, coupled with the child’s natural inclination, determines the level of achievement in the chosen area. This means that for maximum impact, we as parents must put in the work at home. Whatever happens in the classroom must happen at home. Let me be perfectly clear: if we are not partnering with the instructors and reinforcing the learning lifestyle at home, we are creating a cycle of hypocracy that our children pick up on and manipulate to avoid discipline. We are raising children who will not want to think or work independently. Notice I did not say cannot, I said will not. We all know the difference. I tell my IT I need my son to talk. So if my IT makes him ask for juice, (ignoring the temper tantrum until he uses his words) and I simply give him his sippy cup the second he walks through the door because I want to avoid the temper tantrum, who is doing the training and who is being trained? Do I need him to talk or want peace and quiet? Find your dawn: decide what you want or what you need; only one will be your path.

For more information on autism, email: DawnProgram@gmail.com Next Week: Finding Your Dawn, pt.2

November 12 - 18, 2011

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

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this week

Friday, November 11 to Thursday, November 17 Friday, November 11  Ready to start the weekend party? Join Graceway Sports Centre and dance your booty off with Shara Bowen and her incendiary Zumba class from 10.30am to 11.30am. More information at www.gracewaysports.com or on 442-6348.

PCH fund raising crew frolicking

Fun and frolic at PCH show

Close to 200 people arrived dressed as hippies, Michael Jacksons, Aretha Franklins, 50’s sock hoppers, rockers and all other music styles from the 1950’s to the 1990’s, at Beaches’ Treasure Beach location for the annual Provo Children’s Home (PCH) Music Extravaganza Saturday, November 05. This is PCH’s second annual event that sees the first Saturday in November as the Home’s main fundraiser date for the year. The event includes a contest for those brave souls who wish to get up on stage and strut their stuff lip-synching and dancing to their favorite song in the costume of the day. The Sandals Foundation, Beaches Charity Arm, co-hosted with PCH for this fund-raiser. “We had an excellent turnout again this year, and everyone who attended had great fun and enjoyed the fantastic performances and joined us all dancing in the sand,” said Tanis Wake Forbes, head of the PCH fund raising crew. The Beaches venue is perfect for

this annual event with its large stage, well-lit serving stations, and plenty of sand in which to dance. Tanis thanked Beaches and the Sandals Foundation: “for their continued support of PCH and for providing a wonderful buffet and all beverages for the event”. She further stated that at $75 per person it ranks among the best deals on the island because for the price of admission one gets an extensive buffet, all beverages, entertainment, music and dancing. PR Manager for Beaches Resorts, Elanor Finfin Krzanowski said: “We are pleased that our philanthropic arm, the Sandals Foundation was able to collaborate with PCH for the second time. The Sandals Foundation works tirelessly with individuals and organizations such as PCH to uplift, engage, and empower through education and financial assistance. I’m glad we are able to sponsor this event and help raise a remarkable amount.” Another PCH fund raising member and one of the judges of

Missing: Tux the German Shepherd

German Shepherd missing TUX, a big German Shepherd is missing, and the dog’s owners are offering a monetary reward for his safe return. He has a blue collar and was last seen in Blue Mountain on

October 29. He needs medication, which makes his return more urgent. Anyone seeing Tux is asked to call 333-3080; 344-3438, or 3210590.

the stage events, Monique Davies, added: “ Before the event was even over we had people asking us to make sure we held it again next year as they were already planning their costumes and routines.” This appreciation for the musical extravaganza was voiced by many long time residents and new visitors to the island who raved that they have never expected such fun and great entertainment.

Digicel launches new service

T E L E C O M M UNI C AT IONS provider, Digicel, has announced the integration of customer billing with the trademarked ‘BlackBerry App World’. Saying that the company is the first such provider in the Caribbean and Panama, Digicel stated in a media release that this type of billing enables the convenience of a single monthly bill, Digicel’s customers will now be able to charge their ‘app’ purchases from BlackBerry App World directly to their Digicel monthly phone bill, or by using their Digicel prepaid credit. Digicel Group Head of Products, David Hodgers, explained: “BlackBerry App World offers thousands of opportunities for customers to access and enjoy their music, games, news and entertainment in the way they want. Now, they can access a broader world of entertainment and information, and buy and pay for ‘apps’ simply and securely through their monthly phone bill or their prepaid credit, enjoying a truly personalised smartphone experience”. The company stated on November 03, that the service was launched in Panama for prepaid customers in mid-October and is being rolled out across Digicel’s 23 Caribbean markets over the coming six weeks.

 Live music duo NaDa will be providing entertainment at Mango Reef restaurant at the Alexandra resort this evening. Starts 6.45pm. Call 946 8200 for more details.  Get into the weekend mood with the intense and electrifying Tae-Bo class at Graceway Sports Centre from 6pm to 7pm. Free for fitness members, $12 for non-members. Visit www.gracewaysports.com for more information or call 442-6349. Craig Archibold gets the party started at the Regent Palms from 7pm on Friday nights with the sound of classic Caribbean and Motown tunes. Call 946-8666 for details.

Saturday, November 12  The Edward C. Gartland Youth Centre will be hosting an Open Evening and 3rd year anniversary party from 5-7pm. There will be complimentary tours of the Centre showcasing the wide range of activities the it has to offer; performances by youth centre members; a fashion show choreographed by our program director, Charrish Ferguson, along with an appearance by the amazing TCI Youth Chorale. Light refreshments will be provided and all members of the public are welcome. Please come out and lend your support to the Centre and let us show you all that has been accomplished since its opening on November 08, 2008. The Centre is located between Shining Star School and the Community College, downtown Providenciales. For more information contact Director Roxann Wake-Forbes on 331-9602 or via email Roxann@tciyouthcentre.tc. We look forward to seeing you there.  Mums and Tots Dance Party classes are held every Saturday at The Athletic Club in Saltmills Plaza for mothers and their little ones. Mothers, bring your little ones to dance, jump, twist and shake! Children have fun learning movement basics to fun music and mums get a light exercise while spending quality time. Mums and Tots classes begin at 10am and cost just $10. Dads are welcome! Call Shara Bowen on 244-1103 for more details.

Sunday, November 13

 Get involved in Remembrance Day activities. Wear your poppy. Governor Ric Todd will lay wreaths at the Grand Turk Cenotaph, and the monument outside the Providenciales Anglican Church,  Feeling lucky? Win cash at the Rotary Club’s weekly bingo night every Sunday from 7pm at Club Pillows opposite the Veranda resort in

Grace Bay.

Monday, November 14  Are you in the dance mood? Join Graceway Sports Centre and dance your booty off with Shara Bowen and her incendiary Zumba class from 10.30am to 11.30am. More information at www.gracewaysports.com or on 442-6348.  Start your week with a fun and calorie-burning Tae-Bo class at Graceway Sports Centre from 6pm to 7 pm. Free for fitness members, $12 for non-members. Visit www.gracewaysports.com for more information or call 442-6349.  Girls and boys aged 11 to 19 years old are invited to take part in a fun singing group. The TCI Youth Chorale rehearses every Monday at 6pm at the Edward C Gartland Youth Centre, downtown, Providenciales. For more information call 331-7176.

Tuesday, November 15 Do you like Latino music and hot parties? Join Graceway Sports Centre and dance your booty off with Shara Bowen and her incendiary Zumba class from 5.30pm to 6.30pm. More information at www.gracewaysports.com or on 442-6348.  Live music duo NaDa will be providing entertainment at Mango Reef restaurant at the Alexandra resort this evening. Starts 6.45pm. Call 946 8200 for more details.

Wednesday, November 16  Kick back with live music from Soul Redemption at the Regent Palms on Wednesdays from 7pm. Call 946-8666 for details.  Are you in need of inner peace? Interested in a healthy lifestyle and a toned and flexible body? Then you need David Bowen’s yoga classes at The Athletic Club in the Saltmills Plaza. Come along on Monday, Wednesday or Friday at 7am, Tuesday and Thursday at 6.30pm or Saturday at 9am. Call 941-8686 for more details.

Thursday, November 17  Help support the TCSPCA with a beach barbeque tonight from 6pm at Bay Bistro. Featuring bonfire, live band, silent auction, door prizes, full barbeque, dessert and cash prizes. Starts 6pm with all proceeds going towards the TCSPCA. Tickets are $40 per person and are available from the TCSPCA office at Suzy Turn. Call 941-8846/231-3052 for more information.  Get up and jump into your sports shoes for a morning Tae-bo class at Graceway Sports Centre from 9am to 10 am. Free for fitness members, $12 for non-members. More information at www. gracewaysports.com or on 442-6349.  Celebrate good health with wellness coach Benneth Williams every Thursday evening. Come along to Williams Block, suite number six, on Lower Bight Road, Providenciales, from 7pm. There you will get a free wellness consultation and an hour of fun. For more details call Benneth at 246-0300 or email hls_com@yahoo.com

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November 12 - 18, 2011

fitness Tip 

Exercise and the brain When most people think of exercise they automatically associate it with, weight loss, skinny jeans, six-pack abs, bigger muscles and so on. So ‘exercise’ is pretty much related with a body transformation in people’s mind and especially in the beginning when they feel the pain of getting out of the comfort zone

Sweet Potato Pie

Lifestyle – Sweet potato pie 1 - Try this Thanksgiving treat.

Ingredients

• 6 sweet potatoes • 1 ½ cups butter • 1 ½ cups white sugar • 3 eggs • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon • 1 teaspoon ground allspice • ¼ teaspoon salt • 2 (9 inch) unbaked pie crusts

Directions

1. Boil (or microwave) sweet potatoes in their jackets until cooked (a thin knife should bed able to go through easily). 2. Beat the eggs. 3. Put butter and sugar in a large bowl. 4. Peel hot potatoes with knife, cut top and peel down, removing any stringiness from the potato with the skin, cut bottoms. Place hot, peeled potatoes on the butter in the bowl with sugar, crush together. Add beaten eggs. Stir in spices (to taste). Pour into two unbaked pie crusts. Should be the consistency of pumpkin pie mix. 5. Bake at 350 degrees F ( 175 degrees C), for 45 – 55 minutes, until brown. Nutritional information: amt per serving – calories 395; total fat 25.7 g; cholesterol 85 mg

rather than the sweet benefit of the exercise. However, working out and being active doesn’t only help you get a beautiful body, it gives you a beautiful mind as well. I know for some people it is difficult to comprehend this but it is true. Many people almost become addicted to exercise, and it is just for this same reason. It makes them feel great, gives them more self confidence, helps them handle daily tasks much easier, feel not as much body pain and stiffness, and - very important - , they are less stressed and have clearer minds when it’s time for decisions. This is good for middle, and golden agers who are concerned that their memory may be slipping with advancing years. Knowing exercise preserves and enhances the parts of the brain associated with memory-recall and learning is likely to be more motivating than the promise of sculpted abs. Many scientists point to regular exercise as the number-one way to preserve brain function into the golden years. Regular exercise has been proven to be more effective than brain games, super foods, supplements

FITNESS EXPERT Anca Vasile

or any other method used to keep the brain sparking into old age. Best of all, these benefits appear to be true whether you enroll in a hardcore workout or you choose an easy stroll on the treadmill. Exercise fuels the brain instantly. When you are huffing and puffing in your target zone, you are sending more generous amounts of oxygen and glucose into the brain compared to the time you spend sitting at your desk staring at a computer screen. (Think of glucose as the brain’s main fuel source, and of oxygen as the means to spark that fuel into energy.) Therefore, it is never too late to start exercising. Along with reshaping muscles, exercise can also reshape the brain over time. Neither is it ever too early to start exercising. For children, the

health Tip 

Sweet potatoes INDEED it is never too late to give God thanks, and praise that he so rightfully deserves, so let me say a big thank you to Him for all of his benefits towards me and by extension all of us. Let us take a look at sweet potatoes. Research information says: sweet potatoes provide an excellent source of carotenes. The darker varieties of sweet potatoes also offer a very good source of Vitamin B6 and C. They are also a good source of manganese, copper, biotin, pantothenic acid, VitaminB2, and dietary fiber. Sweet potatoes contain unique root storage proteins, which have

By Phillip Simmons been shown to hold significant antioxidant effects. Since sweet potatoes contain proteins along with their high content of carotenes and Vitamin C, they are valuable food for boosting antioxidants in the body. Studies have shown that unlike many other starchy vegetables sweet potatoes are an ‘anti-diabetic’ food.

advantages of exercise shine brightly in the classroom, and its something parents should pay attention too. It’s not expensive and you pay a lot less than you do spend on the latest released computer game out there. They tend to enjoy challenges easier, they think faster and focus more. Best will be when parents are setting the example by exercising themselves, and making physical activities a family thing and a fun time together. I must say that I don’t expect that after reading this column, someone

will start exercising having the goal of getting a beautiful mind. But I promise if you can stick with the physical effort long enough you will get it without even knowing when that happened and you will start being aware of the benefits of exercise over your brain and body. So, no matter what goal you may have the first step is to actually start moving. So, stop procrastinating and enjoy the journey.

For fitness related questions please write to ancafitness@ live.com

November 12 - 18, 2011

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TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

DIVING 

Physical Fitness and Diving Part 1- Medical Fitness to Dive RECREATIONAL Scuba diving is an enjoyable and demanding sport. It is a physical and mental activity. Diving requires you to be in good health. There are times when strenuous activities come into play, and you should and have fitness and conditioning to handle these activities. This could include unanticipated physical demands as well as an emergency. Being in good health gives you peace of mind that you can meet any situation which could affect your safety. To scuba dive safely, you should be in good condition. Your respiratory and circulatory system must be in good health. All body air spaces must be normal and healthy. A person with coronary disease, a current cold or congestion, epilepsy, a severe medical problem, or someone who is under the influence of alcohol or drugs should not dive. If you have asthma, heart disease, other chronic medical conditions, or you are taking medications on a regular basis, you should consult your doctor before attempting to dive. Some Scuba Diving agencies like the PADI, the National Association of Underwater Instructor, and Scuba School International, Recreational Scuba Training Council (RSTC) have

By Gustavo Simons-Martinez Professional Association of Driving Instructors (PADI) Course Director, Emergency First Response Instructor Trainer, British Red Cross First Aid Trainer. Divers Alert Network Instructor

standardized medical questionnaires that must be completed by the student before training. A positive response to a question does not necessarily disqualify you from diving. However, it means that there is a pre-existing condition or contraindication [inadvisable condition] that may affect your safety while diving. Prior to engaging in dive activities, you are required to obtain a signed, medical clearance from a doctor. RSTC (incorporated in the United States in 1986), has a medical statement in which divers are informed of some potential risks involved in scuba diving. Before you go diving, you should ensure that you are fit to dive. Tips to scuba dive safety Tip 1: You should never use alcohol, drugs or tobacco before diving – they can impair your judgment at depth where pressure can increase their effects. Alcohol before or right after a dive can also increase your risk of decompression sickness. If you drink the night before a dive, you may

become dehydrated, which again predisposes you to decompression sickness. Decompression sickness is nitrogen bubbles blocking blood circulation in the body after a dive. Tip 2: Discuss possible effects with your doctor if you are taking a prescription drug prior to a dive. You may want to reschedule the dive if you are in doubt because, medications can provoke undersea reactions. Tip 3: Avoid smoking. Smoking is detrimental to your health. If you do smoke, you should abstain a few hours before and after diving. Smoking decreases the efficiency of your circulatory and respiratory system significantly. Air trapping within your lungs can occur – this can increase your risk of lung overexpansion injury. Tip 4: If you don’t feel well, you should not dive. Diving with a cold can cause sinus and ear squeeze or reverse blocks due to equalization difficulties. If you dive when you have a chest cold, air trapping can occur, with a risk of lung overexpansion injury.

YOUR DIET

ASK TAMIKA

BY TAMIKA HANDFIELD

Tamika graduated from Florida International University in Miami with a Masters degree in Dietetics & Nutrition. She is a registered dietitian with the American Dietetic Association (ADA) and licensed to practice medical nutrition therapy in the state of Florida. Email Tamika via tcweeklynews@gmail.com or tamikahandfield@yahoo. com with your healthy eating questions.

What is Diabetes?

EVERYONE’S blood has some sugar in it because your body needs sugar for energy. When you eat, your body breaks food down into sugar and sends it into your bloodstream. Then, your pancreas makes a hormone called insulin. The job of insulin is to get the sugar from the blood into the cells to be used for energy needed for daily life. I like to explain the way insulin works using the analogy of a lock and key. Let’s imagine that the cells in our body are the lock and insulin is the key that opens that lock. Under normal conditions, you eat a meal, your blood sugar rises but insulin unlocks the cells so the sugar is able to get in and make necessary energy. Two hours after eating, your blood sugar is back to normal. However, with Diabetes, there is a defect in the lock and key system. Either the body is not making enough insulin or the cells are not recognizing the insulin that it is making. In both cases, the end result is sugar that is trapped circulating in the bloodstream. Therefore, Diabetes is having too much sugar in your blood. Types of Diabetes 1. Type 1 Diabetes is an autoimmune disease which means it cannot be prevented. It was once called Juvenile Onset Diabetes because it is usually diagnosed in young children. Persons with Type 1 Diabetes must take insulin injections throughout their life. 2. Type 2 Diabetes is the most common form. Persons usually must take either pills or insulin injections depending on the stage. Research shows it is linked to many genetic, environmental and behavioral risk factors. Therefore, it can be prevented and/or delayed and controlled. 3. Gestational Diabetes affects some pregnant women only; usually once she delivers the baby, she regains control of her blood sugar. However, Gestational Diabetes increases her risk of developing Diabetes in the future. People often say ‘I have a little sugar’ suggesting that Diabetes is not a serious disease. Diabetes left undiagnosed or uncontrolled is a very serious disease with many health complications such as kidney disease, blindness, amputations and even death. It is important to know if you have Diabetes and if you do, take steps to better control it so you can live a normal life. Join the TCI Diabetes Association every 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of the month. For more information, contact 241-7601 or email: tcidiabeticassociation@gmail.com.

ACCU Medical Nutrition is based in Graceway IGA Plaza, Providenciales. Call 946 8308, 242 3978 or 442 3978.

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Atlantic Consultancy Services

JOB OPPORTUNITIES Hereby acting on behalf of our client WIV Cable TV Is seeking to employ the following positions:

Chief Operating Officer

(SENIOR MANAGEMENT, TEAM BUILDER, FULL SERVICE CABLE TELEVISION OPERATING)

Primary objectives of the Job Duties:

Proven Senior Management experience in the areas of technical operations, finance and accounting, customer relations, personnel and electric operations.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• It is mandatory that the applicant have strong interpersonal skills and maintain a positive attitude. • Must be a team builder. • Must be able to develop and maintain positive long term relationships with the customers, community organizations, legislators, associated regional and national organizations, the employees and the board.

Qualifications and requirements:

• Must have obtained a bachelor’s degree from a four year accredited college, or equivalent combination of education and experience. • Will be required to deal with telecommunication and regulatory issues on a local, national and international level.

Experience:

• 10 years minimum experience in senior management in the telecommunication industry. • 10 years minimum experience in technical operations, finance, accounting, customer relations.

Journalist

(PRECISE REPORTING, INVESIGATIVE, MEDIA INDUSTRIOUS, PHOTOGRAPHY)

Primary objectives of the Job Duties:

Highly self-motivated, excellent written and oral skills, journalism driven, keen ability to photograph vital information, adoptable with excellent internal and external customer relations skills . Ac as the company’s primary liaison with customers and other contacts.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Provide sources, researching and written comprehensive news reports • Must be able to proof read reports for broadcasting • Have the ability to investigating news reports • Photography ability • Must be able to Troubleshoot • Have the ability to broadcasting events and interviews for the general audiences • Understand and follow all company safety standard and practices including but not limited to: vehicle safety, proper placement of traffic signs and cones. Understand and follow accident reporting procedures. Understand and follow Electric Safety Code rules and regulations • Must be willing and able to report special projects • Perform all job functions appropriately • Must be willing to work flexible hours, including holidays and weekends • Perform other duties in keeping with the position

Qualifications and requirements:

Education: BA Honors English Literature/Philosophy, at least GCSE and 3 A’ Level one must be in English Language

Experience:

• 10 years experience in related area • Must have experience in report writing, investigating and editing • Must have experience in film and photography

Skills and working conditions of candidates:

• Excellent communication skills with external and internal customers • Must be committed to providing exceptional customer service (both external and internal) at all times. • Have the ability to schedule with minimum supervision • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where on limited to standardization exists. • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral diagram, or schedule form.

WIV Cable TV P.O Box 679 Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands administrator@wiv.tc or fax 946-4866 No telephone calls please

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Regional News

Barbados and Jamaica will not let UK decide on their homosexual laws BARBADOS and Jamaican government officials have made it clear that they will not be bullied by the United Kingdom to change their laws on homosexuality. New prime minister of Jamaica, Andrew Holness, and Barbados’s Attorney General Adriel Brathwaite recently stated to their respective media that the islands will decide if the laws, which are very conservative when it comes to homosexuality, should or should not be changed. Prime Minister of the United Kingdom (UK) David Cameron, at the just concluded Commonwealth Heads of Government Summit in Australia, had stated that countries receiving British aid should “adhere to proper human rights”, which included the reform of legislation banning homosexuality. According to Nation News Brathwaite said that the attempt to link international

aid to the changing of homosexual laws was “unfortunate”. The newspaper indicated that he was adamant that Barbados’s position on homosexuality was not for sale and its legislative agenda would be determined at home. Holness, although describing himself as a “liberal in many things” said it will be up to Jamaicans to signal such a desire on a change of the laws. He added that the government recognises that homosexuality offends many Jamaicans. “What the international community must be aware of in the Jamaican context is that we are a democracy, and this democracy is opening up more; people are talking; there are discussions, and I think they should support the evolving discussion. Over time, our democracy will settle at a position,” Holness said, in an interview with The Sunday Gleaner.

BVI premier promises to fix the economy – but “some hard decisions may have to be made” REBUILDING the tourism and financial services industries and creating 100 percent employment are the government’s priority plans to fixing the ailing economy in the British Virgin Islands, but this can only be done with a united effort regardless of party affiliation, ethnicity and country of origin. Dr. D. Orlando Smith echoed those sentiments shortly after he was sworn in as Premier with other designated ministers of government at a ceremony held at the Sir Rupert Briercliffe Hall on Wednesday afternoon. Smith said his government plans to return the BVI to “our state of full employment for all the people of this territory” by sustainable redevelopment of the territory’s twin economic pillars: tourism and financial services. However, he said to move forward, the “healing” must begin today because at the end of the day everyone wants the best for the BVI. “Today is a new day for this country,” Smith said in the beginning of his speech. “Our beloved territory needs the

ideas and assistance of all of its people. Today, I therefore call on all who care about our Virgin Islands, no matter your party affiliation, your ethnicity or country of origin to join with us in moving this country forward. There is much work to do and we will need your help, your input, your ideas and your involvement.” While the premier has called for full cooperation from the population, he has also asked for patience as government fixes challenges left by the previous government. “Ladies and gentlemen, as of today we only have a vague idea of what financial condition our country is in. We are asking every person in this territory to have patience with us as we try to unravel the spider’s web our government has become. “We will reacquaint ourselves with you the loyal and hard working public civil servants on whom we have to depend for the next four years and hopefully beyond. We rely on you to help us to help the people of this country under whose mandate we will serve.

November 12 - 18, 2011

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

World News

Italian PM announces retirement Students are protesting against the government’s plans for a market-driven higher education system and the rising tuition fees. (BBC photo)

Thousands in London march in protest over university fees THOUSANDS of students marched in central London on Wednesday in a protest against higher tuition fees and “privatisation” in universities. They are marching to the City of London, where a protest against corporate greed has been taking place outside St Paul’s Cathedral. Security is tight, especially in the City, with 4,000 officers on duty and plastic bullets on standby. Some people broke away from the march and set up tents in Trafalgar Square. But they have now been moved on. Last year a wave of student protests ended in violent clashes. This year, the event is being tightly controlled by the police. The student protest, organised by the National Campaign Against Fees and Cuts, is against the

government’s plans for a market-driven higher education system and the rising tuition fees. “We are being told by a cabinet of millionaires that we will have to pay triple tuition fees,” said campaign leader Michael Chessum. The rally is being supported by the National Union of Students, but it is not being organised by them. Much of the anger is over tuition fees, which are set to rise to a maximum of £9,000 a year at England’s universities next year. Universities in Wales are also raising their fees up to to that maximum level from autumn 2012 - but only for students from outside Wales. In Scotland, Scottish students will continue to pay no fees, but fees of up to £9,000 a year will be charged to students from other parts of the UK. (BBC)

EUROPE’S financial crisis claimed its second scalp in three days when Italy’s Silvio Berlusconi announced he will step down after parliament approves new austerity measures in an effort to stave off economic collapse. The scandal-plagued prime minister will follow his Greek counterpart George Papandreou into early retirement as fears grow that Italy, the eurozone’s third largest economy, may default on its debt. Italy has failed to implement austerity measures designed to reduce its mammoth €1.9 trillion debt load -- nearly six times that of Greece -- and the cost to the country of borrowing more money to pay off that debt is spiraling out of control. While no one knows yet whether Italy will default, analysts say that the country is vastly too big to bail out -- and that the consequences for the world economy of a default would be a disaster. WHAT HAPPENS NEXT? Much like Greek premier Papandreou, Berlusconi said he will not resign until the government passes harsh austerity measures recommended by eurozone leaders aimed at trimming Italy’s debt. The next step is for the

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Leeward Going Through, Providenciales. A 1700 sq. ft. 2 bedroom, 2½ bathroom Palmyra condominium unit: Unit 302 – no furniture included Registered Proprietor: Ronald Jeffrey Berman

The auction will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday November 29th, at the office of Twa, Marcelin, Wolf, Chancery Court, Leeward Highway, Providenciales. For further particulars please contact Twa, Marcelin, Wolf at: tmw@tmwlaw.tc reference “Auction” or call 649 946 4261.

Scandal-plagued Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi will step down

Italian parliament to consider and vote on the measures -which include tax rises and an increase in the retirement age -- within the next several

weeks. After the parliamentary votes Berlusconi will tender his resignation to President Giorgio Napolitano, who will

then begin consultations with lawmakers to decide whether to form a government or call for elections. Berlusconi and members of the Northern League party want elections as soon as possible, but other lawmakers and European leaders would like to see an interim government composed of nonpartisan technocrats that could quickly implement austerity measures in order to reassure global markets and restore confidence in the country. Business figures tapped to lead a potential technocratic interim government include Luca Cordero di Montezemolo, chairman of Ferrari, and Alessandro Profumo, former CEO of Italy’s largest bank UniCredit. Political options that have been floated include Angelino Alfano, known to be Berlusconi’s hand-picked successor, Gianni Letta, Berlusconi’s chief of staff, or Mario Monti, a former commissioner with the European Union. (CNN)

Senior Finance Executive -

R e c e i v e r s h i p s

Applications are invited for the position of Senior Finance Executive - Receiverships Location - Providenciales, Turks & caicos Islands Educational requirements - Bachelors degree in business or other relevant ubject Professional requirements - UK Chartered Accountant qualified (or equivalent) with a a minimum of 3 years post qualification experience in auditing. Business experience requirements - applicants should have a minimum of 15 years in a broad range of financial management roles at a senior level. Experience in the following areas would be a significant advantage: financial and management roles at a senior level. Experience in the following aread would be a significant advantage: financial and management accounting, business acquisitions and disposals, corporate restructurings, regulatory reporting, strategic financial and business planning, ability to interpret complex legal documentation. Salary Range $60,000 to $100,000 per annum based on experience. Belongers only need appply. Please submit applications to:

British Caribbean Bank Limited Phone: 649-941-5028 info@bcbtci.com P.O. Box 270. Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands

Entertainment

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TCI hits the airwaves across the US THOUSANDS of radio listeners across the United States were treated to a slice of the Turks and Caicos Islands when they tuned into their favourite radio stations during the week of November 07 to 12. Personalities from eight top US stations took up residence at TCI’s Beaches family resort where they broadcast their shows while promoting the islands and the all-inclusive destination. Dan Taylor, host of the Dan

Taylor Morning show on New York’s WCBS-FM- 101.1, said he really enjoyed the experience. “Turks and Caicos is really beautiful, it’s not hard at all to convince my listeners to come to here. “We are using all the latest technologies from Facebook to Twitter and our station website WCBSFM.com to not only promote this lovely island but also paint a picture on the radio of how beautiful

the waters are here.” Among the stations invited to take part in the remote broadcasting were adult contemporary, sports, classic rock, classic hits, oldies, jazz and easy listening, hitting audiences in New York, Miami and Boston. Darlene Evans, host of the Darlene Evans show on Miami/ WKIS-FM–Kiss Country 99.9, said: “The turquoise water is unbelievable it is so blue it almost looks unreal and it’s so clear and

the sunsets are incredible. “My listeners are definitely getting an island treat this week.” Beaches managers were interviewed by radio personnel allowing them to give an insight into the Turks and Caicos Islands. Public Relations Manager Elanor Finfin-Krzanowski described the event as a ‘fantastic initiative’. “Popular station DJs broadcast live from the resort

November 12 - 18, 2011

not only to promote our six diamond ‘luxury included’ resort but also to promote Turks and Caicos as a premier tourism destination in the Caribbean.” She added: “This national US key-market radio promo is aimed at bringing awareness to potential vacationers about all the treasures the TCI has to offer, and we feel like we have done a fabulous job at doing that this week.” The live broadcasts also included three vacation giveaways per station during and after the live broadcast.

The Turks and Caicos Islands were also featured on each radio station’s website via dedicated promotional spots on-air, live on-property interviews with the Beaches staff, as well as live and prerecorded on-air mentions. Participants enjoyed superior accommodation, unlimited gourmet specialty dining, unlimited premium-brand beverages, unlimited land and water sports, daily and nightly entertainment, and the inclusion of their airport transfers and all taxes, fees, and gratuities.

November 12 - 18, 2011

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Entertainment

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November 12 - 18, 2011

Kazz dazzles in the Bahamas Turks & Caicos’ very own Kazz Forbes went to the Bahamas with one clear agenda – leave people in awe and wanting more of the abundant talent overflowing from his budding fashion ability. And this he achieved by dazzling the audience as his models strutted the stage with an ensemble of flashy outfits emanating from his ‘Le Caicos Chic: A Romance with Decadence’ collection that showorganisers immediately signed him up for more next year. Kazz’s November 5, display of his all-black collection at Grand Bahama’s prestigious Red Rose Ball gala event – ‘A Night at the Opera House, Australia’ - was the opening act for the evening’s entertainment section, and left the 300 plus attendees agape. The Red Rose Ball is a charity fundraiser that sees all proceeds go to benefit the Grand Bahama AIDS Awareness Committee in Freeport, Grand Bahama. Each year, the gala is held under the distinguished patronage of The Rt Hon. Hubert

L to R: Lady Maguerite Pindling, Guest of Honour; Kazz Forbes, International Fashion Designer; and Mrs Manita Wisdom, Chairman of the New Providence Women’s Branch of the Progressive Liberal Party (PLP)

A. Ingraham, Prime Minister of the Commonwealth of the Bahamas and Mrs Delores Ingraham.

Kerel Pinder, Miss Earth Bahamas 2011

Kazz, Principal Designer for the Saint George Fashion House (SGFH) label, was invited to showcase his work at this year’s event, held at the Radisson Grand Ballroom at Our Lucaya in Freeport, Grand Bahama. Kazz outdid himself when his collection opened the entertainment section. With a bevy of statuesque models wearing his Fall/Winter 2011 collection, he reportedly transfixed guests who were thrilled to see the displays by professional models, which featured TCI Top Model 2010, Ashley Smith. She was brought in specially to open the showcase. Of Forbes’ works, Chairman of The Red Rose Ball, Mrs Odette Knowles, said the noir-inspired collection adorned by the six-foot tall models was dazzling: “A fabulous show opener and stopper indeed. Our attendees were truly fascinated by the level of professionalism the models displayed in the way they sauntered down the runway in a demure fashion, striking glamorous poses that could have been seen at any international high fashion event.” She added: “The Red Rose Ball Committee was happy with the decision made [to invite SGFH] and was very pleased with the high level performance, professionalism and talent of Kazz Forbes and his selection of models.” Kazz will show off his designer talent next year at the opening at the Red Rose Ball 2012. Kazz said this year’s performance went flawlessly: “Guests at the event were cheering and gave me a rousing round of applause. They said the showcase and collection was a spectacle that one would normally

Tomii wearing Saint George Fashion House finale creation

experience in New York, Paris or London. I felt proud and honoured to bring an international fashion flair to the Bahamas shores”. Thanking the Red Rose Ball Committee for inviting him, he said that this would be his first of many collections to not only feature in the show, but also to headline at future Red Rose Balls. Kazz Forbes is a noted fashion and commercial photographer and fashion designer based in Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands. He has completed campaigns and projects for Digicel TCI, TCI Top Model Contest &

Fashion Extravaganza, VH1 Save The Music Foundation, Miss Earth Canada Organization, MTV UK, Bahamas Islands of the World Fashion Week, Mrs Bahamas Pageant, Miss Turks & Caicos Universe, Mrs Turks & Caicos Pageant, Montreal Mode & Fashion Festival, NuWoman Magazine, Profile 98 Magazine and Royele Model Management among others. His work has appeared in countless publications, along with print and broadcast media. Forbes’ work can be found on: www.SaintGeorgeFashionHouse. com and www.KazzForbes.com

November 12 - 18, 2011

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November 12 - 18, 2011

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PHONE: (649) 946-4664

November 12 - 18, 2011 FAX: (649) 946-4661

EMPLOYMENT / SERVICES / NOTICES Private Homeowner

Delicious Dishes

Butler / Houseman

Senior Sous Chef To work as part of the kitchen team. To prepare food that conforms to company and kitchen standards and be responsible for the day to day running of a given section within the kitchen. Summary of Duties and Responsibilities • To maintain the required level of hygiene standards/HACAPP as laid down both legally and by the standards manual. • To maintain your personal equipment used to fulfill your job i.e. knives, shoes to the required standards assigned. • To control a given section within the kitchen to the standards as laid down, and conform to health & safety and due diligence in standards manual. • To be responsible for the basic day to day section training of the Commis and Demi Chef de Partie as required. • To carry out directives and delegate to the standards laid down. • To support colleagues at all times and ensure team work is maintained. • To ensure work area is kept to a safe and hygienic state at all times. • To report breakdowns and kitchen hazards directly to the Senior Chef. • To assist with the smooth running of kitchen service. • To be aware of departmental and hotel objectives and assist in achieving them.

Mixologist • A minimum of 4 years as a mixologist in a busy 5 Star operation • Possess a professional upbeat attitude while keeping a crowded bar happy, lively and enthusiastic • Extensive knowledge of different types of beverages and • Ability to create a high level of quality and “value for money” products • Energetic with excellent control and cashier skills

• Hospitality or Culinary Arts qualification is desirable • Ability to work under pressure

Commis Chef • Assist kitchen team in the preparation of breakfast, lunch and dinner • Previous experience in kitchen operations • Hospitably or Culinary Arts qualification is desirable • Food Hygiene Certification Required • Ability to work under pressure

Kitchen

Helper Must be able to work long hours and on weekends Salary $5.00 per hour.

Résumé and photo butlertci@gmail.com

contact: 649-242-1315

5791

Is seeking suitably qualified Belongers to fill the positions outlined below. Ideal candidates must possess luxury resort experience, a professional, outgoing and friendly demeanor, and a strong command of the English language (oral and written). If you are a team player with a strong work ethic, and you are available to work evenings, weekends and public holidays, you are encouraged to apply. Salaries for all positions are based on experience and qualifications.

Minimum requirements • Min 5+ yrs butler experience in hotel or private home • Speak a min 3 lang. English a must • Excel in private home culinary / wine experience • Comfortable working around children and pets • Work holidays, weekends and evenings • Onsite living required • Must have valid driver’s license w no record • Vast knowledge of all property maintenance • Legal to travel through multiple destinations • Proficiency in all areas of Microsoft Office and Mac OSX • Only apply if all these apply. Additional skill a bonus 5762

vacancies

Is looking for a

Job Opportunity

Sommelier • Organize and train of wait staff to ensure effortless and seemless service each night • Assist in the upgrading of wait staff skills and knowledge of wines and fine dining service • Manage and rotate liquor and wine inventory and work with established beverages costs • Work closely with the Chef, and develop good working knowledge of menus in order to explain in great details to guests • Maintain wine knowledge in order to contribute to ever changing Wine list; maintain ability to pair both New World and Old World Wines with menus • Computer literacy in MS office is mandatory • Graduation from a recognized hospitality institution along with Sommelier Certification and at least 5 years in similar capacity in a fine dining restaurant is required

Houseman • Minimum 2 years experience working at a 5 Star Resort in a similar role • Must have strong attention to details and exceptional ability to maintain the highest standard of quality required • Assist in all Housekeeping responsibilities, cleaning of guest rooms, stocking amenities and linens • Must have ability to lift at least 50 lbs • Perform any other tasks or project as directed by Housekeeping Management

Closing Date: November 14 , 2011 Suitably qualified candidates should apply in writing or by phone to the following:

Bridgette Thomas BNC Consulting Group, Ltd website: www.bnccgroup.com email: bthomas@bnccgroup.com phone: 649-332-2565

5790

Atlantic Consultancy Services Is seeking on behalf of our client: L.D.C Construction

Plumber To work 6 days per week. Salary $6.00 per hour. Interested persons contact

Please call (649) 332-7295 or atlanticconsultancy@hotmail.com

5764

“Reef Entertainment Ltd Seeks to employ 2

Musicians Applicants must be able to write, produce and perform own music, and work as part of a group. Ideal candidates should have 3-4 years’ professional experience. Please send CVs and demos to eustaceswann@hotmail.com, or call 333-1854

5775

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

PHONE: (649) 946-4664

TEONA SPA

CAICOS COIN LAUNDRY

Is looking for a

Launderer To work 6 days per week salary $5.00 per hour.

JACQUELINE SMITH

Is looking to fill the following positions:

4 Spa Therapist /

• Must have 3 years experience minimum • Must have a good attitude

Contact: 941-5051

Contact: 243-4214

Attendants Duties:

Cleaning Daily Operations Massages Facials

5760

Manicures Pedicures Body Therapy Guest Services

5772

RENT A BUGGY

DSR BUILDERS LTD.

Is looking for (1)

Labourer Mechanic Duties:

Closing date: November 26th, 2011

Must be willing to work six (6) days per week must be trustworthy and reliable salary $10.00 per hour hours are from 8:00am-5:00pm.

Contact: 242-5334 or 941-3442

Contact: Nikimo Williams 946-4158 or Fax: 946-4871

• Construction help, yard maintenance and any other duties assigned • Hours: Monday thru Friday 8am – 5pm and Saturday 7am – 12pm • Salary $6.00 per hour

5777

Is looking for (1)

Labourer Must be willing to work six (6) days per week must be trustworthy and reliable salary $5.00 per hour hours are 8:00am-5:00pm.

To work 6 days per week Must be willing to work weekends and holidays salary $5.00 per hour.

Contact: 343-6617

JOSEFINA ACOSTA

JACQUELINE SMITH Is looking to fill the following positions:

Labourer To work 5 days per week salary $5.00 per hour.

Contact: 231-0802 or 331-0802 5765

NEEDED

Must be willing to work6 days per week. Salary $5.00 per hour.

Contact: 231-2159

5786

Worker

To work 5 days per week salary $5.00 per hour. Contact: 344-9286

5779

Labourer

To work 5 days per week. Salary $5.00 per hour.

Contact: 244-0469

5767

CARIB GAMING Is looking for a

Slot Machine Technician Salary negotiable

KPW CONSTRUCTION

Contact: 332-6364 or 231-6364

Domestic Worker

To work 6 days per week salary $150.00 per week.

Contact: 243-3291

5766

Is looking for a

Domestic

Contact: 941-4540

SHARMAE STUBBS

TOUCH OF CLASS (JOYCE RIGBY) Is looking for a

BARMAID

5776

Is looking for a

5769

5776

Laundry

To work 5 days per week. Salary $6.00 per hour.

DONOVAN FRANCIS

Is looking for a

5771

5780

Contact: 243-4214

Is looking for a

Supervisor

Contact: Nikimo Williams 946-4158 or Fax: 946-4871

Must be willing to work 5 days per week. Salary in the range of $5-$7 per hour

ISLAND PLUMBING & CONSTRUCTION

PAUL GARDINER

RENT A BUGGY

Waitress

Is looking for 2 Gardeners salary $6.00 per hour.

5781

Is looking for a

CLUB SODAXX Is looking for a

Is looking to fill the following positions:

Maids Carpenter Plumber Electrician Labourer Security Maintence

contact: 231-6412

Maids Carpenter Plumber Electrician Labourer Security Maintenance

FAX: (649) 946-4661

EMPLOYMENT / SERVICES / NOTICES

5774

November 12 - 18, 2011

Labourer

To work 3 days per week. Salary $160.00 per week. Contact: 342-7748 5761

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

Job Listings Services Auto sales real estate MAM CLEANING SERVICE Is looking to fill the following positions:

Classifieds

BSL CONSTRUCTION Is looking for a

Florica Lightbourne Is looking for a

Houseman Carpenter Babysitter To work 6 days Salary $5.50 per hour 2 Housekeepers salary $5.00 per hour Must be able to work 6 days per week.

Contact: 245-7282

5733

To work 4 days per week. Salary $10.00 per hour.

Contact: 242-1402

5751

NOBEL SECURITY LTD. Is looking for a

November 12 - 18, 2011

946-4664 Fax: 946-4661

Email: tcnews@tciway.tc

Website: tcweeklynews.com

STUDIO APARTMENT FOR RENT

per week salary $5.00 per hour.

Security Officer

contact: 332-2149 or 244-0006

To work 6 days per week salary $5.50 per hour.

$650.00 per month Gated Community Furnished

contact: 231-6121

Contact: 231-3788

5693

5691

MARIE YANICK GRAY Is looking to employ

Labourer Babysitter Must be reliable and hardworking Must be willing to work 6 days per week salary $5.00 per hour.

Contact: 244-8762

FAST SALE 1.3 Acres Of Land Ocean Drive, Turtle Tail Semi-Hilltop

$300,000 o.n.o.

CONTACT: 231-3788

5684

ISLAND V.I.P. TAXI is looking for a

Labourer To work 6 days per week salary $5.00 per hour. contact: 344-0850

5683

Call today to advertise

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!! the largest readership in the turks & caicos

946-4664 OR EMAIL

tcnews@tciway.tc

FOR SALE

Real estate opportunity Two-bedroom, one bath home in the centre of phase one of Priton Developments in Wheeland.

Beautifully maintained, substantially improved, fully furnished. Situated on 0.25 acre lot, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s close to Blue Hills and has interior open plan living/kitchen/dining room, and central air throughout. Offers over $155,000. Motivated seller.

Call 245 6620 or email gemmahandy@gmail.com

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

PHONE: (649) 946-4664

Tel: 946-5282

Bus Driver DISHWASHER To work 4 days Salary starts at Only Turks & Caicos Islanders need to apply

5716

MICHAEL LIGHTBOURNE Is looking for a

per week salary $7.00 per hour.

Domestic

Worker Needed to work 6 days per week. Salary $5.00 per hour.

contact: 245-7557 Contact; 247-0658 5719

Kitchen Helper To work 3 days per week salary $5.00 per hour.

Contact: 946-2801 ext 40752 or 247-3483. Belonger only need apply

Is looking for a

Must be willing to work nights, holidays and weekends. Must have a valid drivers license. Salary $6.00 per hour

Contact: 941-5291 or P.O. Box 503

COOK

Carpenter

Working hours: 8 hours per day Wages: $6.50 per hour Must be able to prepare Italian dishes and meals Duties include: food preparation and cooking meals, grocery shopping and storage of food items Contact: Neon Holdings Ltd.

Salary negotiable. Belonger only need apply

Fax: 649-941-8388

5722

Is looking to employ a

5726

5685

5727

Cleaner/ Supervisor

Is looking for

To work 5 days per week salary $5.00 per hour.

Contact: 246-2686

Is looking for a

KAREN POLLARD

Finish

Salary $5.00 per hour. Belonger only need apply

KQC JANITORIAL COMPANY

TDMG CONCORDIA

CECIL SWANN

Labourer LABOURER Fax: 649-941-8388

Is looking for a

Position available: $5.00 per hour.

DANIEL MALCOLM SOUTH CAICOS

THE MISSION OF THE CHURCH OF GOD

5721

Ports of Calls, Providenciales

FAX: (649) 946-4661

EMPLOYMENT / SERVICES / NOTICES

5698

BAREFOOT CAFE

Tel:During 6498-941-7923 working hours

5725

Mason To do masonry work. Must work 5 days per week. Salary $7.00 per hour.

contact: 244-8820

5700

November 12 - 18, 2011

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

PHONE: (649) 946-4664 Thashena Adderley Is seeking a

November 12 - 18, 2011

EMPLOYMENT / SERVICES / NOTICES

Wanted Urgently

CHARLES FULFORD STUBBS is looking for a

FAX: (649) 946-4661

IMMEDIATE OPENING CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

Domestic Live-In Worker Worker Caretaker To work 5 days Domestic

contact: Chris Hall 649-243-1959

per week salary $5.00 per hour.

5696

5683

Contact 241-4678

Salary $150.00 per week.

Contact: 243-2473

5697

To work 5 days per week. Person must be able to clean, cook and available to maintain house and kids when owner is traveling. Salary $6 per hour.

General Manager/ Managing Director Required for complex tour operation. Candidates must reside in Grand Turk and have the following experience and expertise • At least 7 years experience in tour, cruise ship an/ or shore excursion operations • Ability to generate and interpret financial reports • QuickBooks, Excel, Word, Publisher and PowerPoint • Excellent written and communication skills • Experience negotiating with vendors, Government agencies and cruise lines • A keen understanding of margins, managerial accounting and budgeting, tour product development, tour guide training and human resources Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications

Contact: 649-332-5939

THE SANDS/HARTLING GROUP

Requirements: • • • • • • • • • • • •

BA/BS Degree or equivalent. Accounting Designation (CA, CMA, CPA) At least 10 years post qualification experience. At least 10 years management/supervisory experience at a property of similar size and quality. Experience in Condo Hotel environment, including STRATA Association set up. Extensive Resort pre-opening experience. Ability to liaise with investors at high level. Advanced knowledge and skills in computer systems, most specifically, Excel, AccPac, Quickbooks and Visual One. Complete understanding of Executive Committee level functions. Sound knowledge of both European and American Accounting Plans. Solid training in all areas of Accounting from A/P, A/R, General Ledger, Credit, Collections, Audit, Inventory control, Payroll, Budgeting, Costing, P&L preparation and analysis, etc. Ability to inspire, develop and train people for promotion.

Duties Include:

• Overseeing the overall finance departments of multi companies. • Assisting executive management, ownership and related associations with the production of financial reports, detailed analysis and business outlook. • Directing departments in the preparation and consolidation of financial budgets and projections. • Prepare, present and provide interpretation of operational reports as they impact group business finances. • Developing and maintaining chart of accounts and master lists. • Actively involved in yield management and revenue enhancement. • Coordinating internal and external audits. ONLY BELONGERS NEED APPLY Interested applicants should apply to The Sands, by delivering, faxing (946-5199) or emailing careers@hartlinggroup.com) a current resume to The Sands, HR Department. Deadline is October 14th 2011

5695

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!! aDVERTISE AND ENJOY A WIDE CIRCULATION

5705

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

PHONE: (649) 946-4664

WELLINGTON HALL KEW NORTH CAICOS

Procuror, Marketing and Sales person Must have own transportation, telephone and be willing to work Saturdays and Holidays. Minimum wage, plus commission of sales.

Cashier To work 6 days per week salary $5.50 per hour.

Call: Donna 231-0676.

5724

contact: 347-1726

FAX: (649) 946-4661

EMPLOYMENT / SERVICES / NOTICES

Consignment Shop needs

Is looking for a

BCS/CS

Providenciales Tel: 941-7929/Fax: 941-7930

Laborer, Domestic Worker, Computer Technician, Tailors, craft person, shop attendants • Must be fluent in QuickBooks, Excel and Word • Must be able to multitask • Must have a good police record • Must have a good working relationship with teammates Salary starting $5.00-$10.00 per hour

BUTCHER

or contact: 241-1228

5714

Send resumes to branditz@yahoo.com

Salary starts at $420 per week. Only Turks & Caicos Islanders need to apply.

Is looking for a

Aesthetician/Cosmetologist

Minimum five years experience working as an aesthetician /cosmetologist. Must have pleasant personality and excellent customer service skills are required. Be able to work independently. Be willing to work flexible hours Kindly respond to:

The Manager, Lelieth’s Ltd Town Center Mall, Providenciales Turks & Caicos Islands. Telephone (649) 231-1729

5690

5689

QUALITY SUPERMARKET

On behalf of our clients: Lorters Computer, Elizabeth Owen, Golden Scissors, CY-CY Craft Production,G& J Construction and Ake Apparel is looking to fill the following positions:

POSITIONS AVAILABLE

Islands Solutions

Labourer To work 6 days per week. Salary $5.00 per hour.

Contact: 231-0242 Deadline for applications

5713

November 12 - 18, 2011

November 18, 2011

GENERAL PRACTIONER/ EMERGENCY ROOM DOCTOR REQUIRED • General practice with some emergency room work • Full time 8 hour working day with varying shifts between 8am – 8pm to meet the needs of the business • On call duty at least 2 nights per week plus 1 in 2 weekends • Must have at least 8 years post qualification experience and be registered with the health Practitioners Board • Remuneration structure available on request

Please email resume to amp@tciway.tc

5715

Public notice

5718

In accordance with Section 39 of the National Insurance Ordinance 1991 the following employers / self employed persons in North Caicos are hereby requested to appear before a National Insurance Inspector before November 7, 2011. Brandford Gardiner Vivienne Lightbourne Roberta Outten Elizabeth Tamar Gardiner Goaley Elizabeth Forbes Annie Orlean Gardiner Courtney Missick Arnold Gardiner Franklyn Robinson Hartwell Smith Shabbor Dorval KEVIN Taylor Clinton S. Higgs

Carramilda Louise Forbes Dennis Been (Sr) Dennis Berdette Been (Jr) H Harvey & Sons Ltd. Julia Masada Harvey Roselee Elizabeth Robinson Sun Beach Properties Ltd. Arthur Macbord Gardiner (Sir) Catherine L. Gardiner Regis Cilotte Gardiner Clifford Gardiner DK’S Construction Ltd Clotilda Gardiner

Daniel Williams (Rest.) Duley Henry Missick Gertrude Claudina Phillips Hosea Mcloin Gardiner Jennifer Missick Lightbourne Olive Unima Dorsett Paul Higgs Roselan Uatine Handfield Samuel Eagle Handfield Shabber R. Dorval Vanderlin Gardiner Farrington Gardiner 5701

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

FAX: (649) 946-4661

EMPLOYMENT / SERVICES / NOTICES

FLOWERGIRL

Island Solutions

Labourer Female Driver Is looking for a

With own transportation must be able to work from 9am – 3pm

contact 231-3788

To work 5 days per week. Salary $5.00 per hour.

Contact: 241-0242

5694

Weekly News the national newspaper of the turks and caicos islands

DESIGN DIRECTOR

WANTED

is looking for a

For a local design firm candidate must have at least 5 years design experience in high-end residential and commercial work; proven client development skills, and a minimum of 7 years in a leadership position. Design school and a BA in a related field is required as well as international contacts in the design and furniture industry.

Contact: 442-6220 with resume and portfolio COMPLETE CONSTRUCTION Is looking for a

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

Worker

To work 5 days per week salary $5.00 per hour.

REPORTER TRAINEE Preferably a High School graduate or someone with an extremely good command of the English language for court and community reporting. Ability to drive and use a camera a desirable asset. Salary paid weekly will commensurate with experience. Position available March 1, 2010

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

On behalf of our clients: Charles Barber Shop, Grace Bay Club

Will carry out all such duties and observe all directions and restriction from his/her supervisor

Labourer 2 Barbers To work 6 days per week salary $6.00 per hour.

– Salary $5.00 per hour

Responsible to cut hair, do design Must work 8 hour per day

contact: 946-4331 or 231-0337 5709

Contact: 941-8382

5706

Must be willing to work on weekends and public holidays. Work includes general on-the-job assistance.

Contact A.J. Newlands - 941- 4561 5707

Is looking for an

PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS Ltd. requires

ONE (1) Qualified ACA, ACCA, CPA or ACMA For Audit Senior roles experience in audit required salary $40,000-$50,000 per annum. Apply to joseph.p.connolly@tc.pwc.com or fax: 649-946-4892 no later than November 15, 2011, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands

5704

KARLENE FERRIER Is looking to hire a

WARD CONSULTANCY Acting on behalf of our clients: Da Conch Shack, Horse Eye Jack

Floor Captain

Special Care

Assistant For a five year old interested persons can.

Contact: 231-7294

5710

P.O. Box 52, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands Email: tcnews@tciway.tc NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE Preference will be given to Belongers and Legal Residents Closing date for applications is November 14, 2008

LABOURER NEEDED

PETRO PLUS

Position available October 30, 2011

Forward applications to: The Publisher Duncanson Publications Ltd.

Contact: 244-1504

C & J EMPLOYMENT

PHOTO JOURNALISTS

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

Is looking for a

1 –Butler salary $1500 per month

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LISSETTE BEAUTY SALON

Domestic

5728

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November 12 - 18, 2011

5729

Electrician To work 6 day per week salary $7.00 per hour.

contact: 941-7986 5712

GLOBAL SERVICES Five Cays, Providenciales

Tel: 331-3020

Serve as floor supervisor in the restaurant and liaison between all staff member to ensure customer are happy etc. Salary based on experience/ shift hours

Sommelier

Responsible for organizing and training of Wait staff to ensure effortless and seemless service each night and upgrading their skills and knowledge on wines and fine dining service etc. Salary negotiable shift hours

Contact: 649-332-5533

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Position: Translator, Cashier, Clerk

Salary starts at $1000.00 per month. Only Turks & Caicos Islanders need to apply 5717

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EMPLOYMENT / SERVICES / NOTICES

SPA TROPIQUE

Seeks a full-time

Manicurist/ Pedicurist Applicants must have the following qualifications:

• Read, write and speak English fluently • Must have a car with a clean license • Must be able to work weekends and holidays

• Must have at least 2 years experience • Must have a fabulous personality and be incredible outgoing • Must have a license from an accredited school

Please send your resume to relax@spatropique.com by November 26, 2011

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Position Available

Sale Associate/Back Office Clerk

Duties: Assist Customers, Balance daily cash, Prepare inventory reports. Prepare monthly and quarterly reports. Update point of sale system.

Qualifications, Experience & Abilities: Minimum of five CXC subjects or equivalent (Must have subject passes in English, Math and Business Studies relevant to the duties above)

Applicant must have excellent customer service skills Applicant must possess excellent oral and written communication skills Applicant must have a minimum of five years experience in customer service Applicant must be able to work independently and with minimum supervision Applicant must be punctual, reliable, extremely honest, trust worthy and possess disciplined work ethics Be available to work flexible hours, weekends and holidays

Applicant may submit responses to:

Lelieth’s Ltd, Town Centre Mall, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands. Tel: 649-231-1729

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NOTICE OF CONSTRUCTION

RESIDENT MANAGER FOR SMALL HOTEL A position is vacant for a Resident Manager at a small hotel in the Grace Bay area. This is very much a hands on position requiring the following minimum essential skills : • Fluency in English and conversational in one other language, preferably French. • Excellent writing and speaking skills • Education: Minimum Master’s degree • Substantial experience in publicity, promotions, and marketing • Extensive experience in hotel front desk, administration, and public relations • Must have own vehicle • Must live on property • Must be prepared to work seven days a week and be “on call” 24 hours for emergencies • Must possess pleasant disposition and excellent people skills • Facility and knowledge of basic interior/exterior systems and basic “handyman” skills • Excellent computer skills • Real estate background and knowledge • Ability to produce budgets, create and organize special promotions, and attend tourist related conventions and events Please mail CV to:

PO Box 446 Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands

5759

November 12 - 18, 2011

FIRST GLOBAL INSURANCE BROKERS LIMITED

VACANCY First Global Insurance Brokers Limited is seeking a suitable qualified individual to fill the following opening. The ideal candidate should possess Administrative, Insurance and Accounting Experience and must meet the following minimum qualifications.

MANAGING DIRECTOR

Construction will commence under the PR11018 for Groyne Repairs on Parcels 19-29, Block 60901, (Emerald Beach, Providenciales) on November 3, 2011. Construction will take approximately 4 weeks to complete.

Requirements: • Visionary Leader with at least 10 years experience in an Insurance Company with a preference to Caribbean Experience. • Must possess a through understanding of all areas of Insurance and Accounting with an ability to orchestrate dependents in achieving established goals and objectives. • Strong knowledge of operating in the Caribbean. • Strong Financial Management Proficiency with proven ability to attract, develop and retain an effective management team. • Must be able to work well in stressful, high pressure situations. • Proficiency in Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook and Accounting Software. Responsibilities: • Full responsibilities for the Administration, Production and Operational success of the Business. • Direct the Development of Marketing and Production plans, forecasts and other controls. • Meet or exceed planned objectives for revenue and profit for all areas of responsibilities. Salary Commensurate with Qualification and Experience

Project Description: The work will replace an 80 ft section of two existing groynes. Public access along the back beach will remain open during construction. The beach will be closed in the active work area (near the water line) between 7am and 5pm, daily.

Applications must be submitted to:

Mr. Paul Mitchell First Global Insurance Brokers Limited P.O. Box 117, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands Via e-mail: info@fgibtci.com Via Fax: 649-946-4822

Engineer for the Project: Coastal Design and Engineering (CDE). Questions shall be directed to Karyn Erickson or Christin Perkinson at 941-7309 or 241-4012. 5708

All applications are to be received by 20th November 2011

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EMPLOYMENT / SERVICES / NOTICES CARIB GAMING

LEAD MASSAGE THERAPIST

Is looking for a

Slot Machine Technician

areas • Must be able to work ALL weekends and public holidays • Must be able to work from 8am -8pm • Must have own vehicle and current, clean drivers license • Must have a GREAT customer service skills and be upbeat and positive Salary is based on commission

KPW CONSTRUCTION Is looking for

2 Gardeners Salary $6.00 per hour

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C & J EMPLOYMENT

DSR BUILDERS LTD. Is looking for a

Labourer

On behalf of our clients: C & J Variety Store, C & P Welding, Phillipe Vixamar, Deborah L. Ewing, V& M Security is looking to fill the following positions:

Domestic

Worker To work 6 days per week salary $150.00 per week.

Contact: 243-3291 CECILY EWING

Tuscany

WARDS CONSULTANCY

Is looking for 2

Acting on behalf of our clients: Platinum Security, Ocean Vibes, Horse Eye Jack, Faces and Fingers is looking to fill the following positions:

3 Labourers $5.00 per hour

1 Barber

Is looking to fill the following positions:

$5.00 per hour

Duties: construction help, yard maintenance and any other duties assigned. Hours: Monday thru Friday 8am – 5pm and Saturday 7am – 12pm. Salary $6.00 per hour. Closing date: November 26th, 2011

4 Domestic Workers

Contact: 242-5334 or 941-3442

$6.00 per hour. 6 years experience required

$5.00 per hour

Room Attendants Must be able to work 6

2 Welders $7.00 per hour

2 Security Guards

Contact: 941-8382

COOK FOR PRIVATE VILLA A cook is required for a luxurious villa. The successful candidate must possess the following:

• Hold a professional qualification in culinary arts. • At least 2 years’ experience in a 5 star hotel or restaurant or as a personal cook for private client. • Ability to prepare a range of international cuisine, (Asian, fusion cuisine, French, Italian), as well as cater to guests individual dietary preferences that include 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 the kitchen at all times including deep cleaning of appliances, pots and pans, kitchen tools etc. • Exercise good cost control presenting monthly monitoring of stocks and supplies. • Computer literate with the ability torecord and present invoices and purchases in an accurate manner. • Since this is a LIVE-IN position ONLY, he/she must be willing to work flexible hours, week-ends, holidays etc. • A clean driver’s license is essential since the cook will be responsible for purchasing groceries. • He/she must be able to work within a team, be reliable and trustworthy. • He/she must be extremely well presented and speak good English • Salary $1,800.00 per month. • Suitably qualified candidates must apply in writing along with a variety of proposed menu selections to:

P.O. Box 266 Providenciales

days per week salary $5.00 per hour.

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5777

Contact: 332-6364 or 231-6364

5774

Please send resume to: meryl@spatropique.com Please do not apply to this ad unless you meet all of the above requirements. Deadline for applications is November 26, 2011

Is looking for a

Salary negotiable

Contact: 941-4667

5787

Labourers Cleaners Domestic Workers

Nail Technicians Waiter Security Guard Cook Kitchen Helper

Must be able to work shift

Contact: 331-5533

5788

• Applicant must have a minimum of 3 years hands-on experience in a 5-Star resort and at least 3 years working experience as a therapist • Must be trained and certified by an accredited school in ALL of the following: Swedish, Deep Tissue, Hot Stone, Prenatal, Lymphatic Drainage, Reflexology, Facials, Manicures and Pedicures • Must be certified in all the previous

DONOVAN FRANCIS

5766

PHONE: (649) 946-4664

November 12 - 18, 2011

Must be able to work 5 days per week. Salary $5.00 per hour

Contact: 246-5684

SERVER FOR PRIVATE VILLA A server is required for a luxurious villa. The successful candidate must possess the following:

@@At least 2 years’ experience in a 5 star hotel or restaurant or as a server to a personal cookfor private client. @@Ability to assist personal cook with food preparation & presentation. @@An appreciation and understanding of the various kinds of international cuisine, including Asian, fusion cuisine, French, Italian, as well as individual dietary preferences that include vegetarian, vegan, kosher, organic diets etc. Server must be able to explain the served dishes and know their content. @@Excellent eye for detail and ability to set tables tastefully and also for themed events. Choosing table wear, matching linens, tablecloths etc. @@Assist the cook in maintaining the cleanliness and proper sanitation of the kitchen at all times including cleaning of appliances, pots and pans, kitchen tools etc. @@Since this is a LIVE-IN position ONLY, he/she must be willing to work flexible hours, week-ends, holidays etc. @@He/she must be able to work within a team, be reliable and trustworthy. @@He/she must be extremely well presented and speak good English @@Salary $1,300.00 per month. Suitably qualified candidates must apply in writing to:

P.O. Box 266 Providenciales

5782

November 12 - 18, 2011 PHONE: (649) 946-4664

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NIB PRESS STATEMENT

A number of statements have, in recent times, been made by certain person or persons with respect to various aspects of the operations of the NIB which have hitherto gone unaddressed. In light of the growing concerns as expressed to various members of the Board by stakeholders as a result of such statements, the Board of Directors of the NIB have decided to take the unusual step of issuing the following release in responses to some of those statements and allay some of the concerns expressed by the certain stakeholders to members of the Board.

ON THE ISSUE OF TRANSPARENCY

As stakeholders are aware, the National Insurance Board is a creature of statute. Its operations and dealings with stakeholders and the public are therefore governed by and is subject to the provisions of the National Insurance Ordinance. Within that context, the Board is committed to ensuring that adequate information regarding its operations are at all times available to stakeholders and the public in general and the NIB has consistently endeavored to ensure that all relevant and pertinent information is made available through its annual report that is normally available on the NIB’s website http://www.tcinib.tc, including the NIB’s Mission Statement, Annual Audited Accounts, Tri-Annual Actuarial Reviews and information on benefits as well as information on the most recent Pension Adjustments, etc. The NIB’s 2010/11 Audited Financial Statements have, as required by law, been sent to the Governor in his capacity as Minister of the NIB. Once the Governor has arranged for such audited accounts to be tabled before the Legislative Council, presumably now the Consultative Forum, as required under the relevant provisions of the National Insurance Ordinance, they will likewise be posted on the NIB’s website. The NIB’s 2010/11 Annual Report will likely be released in December, 2011 and will again likewise be posted on the NIB website. These documents give interested persons a broad range of information on the functioning of the organization and its operations.

INVESTMENTS

In response to independent professional advice and Consultation with the Governor’s Office the NIB has adopted a new Investment Policy Statement to govern its investment activities. The Investment Policy Statement was approved earlier this year by the Governor in his capacity as Minister, a copy of which is likewise available on the NIB website. As a result of the new Investment Policy Statement, the Board is, in consultation with its Investment Committee, in the process of rebalancing its investment portfolio, including its investment of funds held at domestic banking institutions. At this point, it should be noted that the National Insurance Board does not currently have any investments, or deposits with British Caribbean Bank, formerly Belize Bank, or in any of its other related firms. Moreover, the NIB has never held deposits with that bank totaling $30 and $60 million as alleged. The NIB does have funds at risk at the TCI Bank, but we are endeavoring to recover as much of that debt as possible. The NIB is confident it will recover its $5.5 million debenture and a portion of the monies originally provided as fixed deposits. Of course, the NIB’s $2 million in equity investments in the TCI Bank has been permanently lost, along with the equity provided by hundreds of other TC Islanders to the Bank.

NHIP FUNDING CLAIMS

Under the National Insurance Ordinance, the National Insurance Board is obligated to provide employment injury benefits to eligible recipients and it has done this for almost 20 years. In addition the NIB is obliged to reimburse the TCI Government for “actual medical expenses incurred for eligible costs to qualified recipients.” The onus is and has always been on the TCI Government to submit to the NIB, claims and receipts that substantiated the medical care expenditures arising out of employment injuries. Between 1992 and 2009 the NIB consistently made a $50,000/annum within its annual budget for this purpose, but no claims were ever received from Government. In 2009, the Government submitted claims totaling $837,000 and discussions were undertaken between the NIB and the Ministry of Finance regarding these claims. In the end, the parties agreed that the NIB would transfer $836,734 to the Government in exchange for all parties confirming that this was the full and final amount owed to the Government for the period 1992-2009. In 2009/10, the National Health Insurance Ordinance modified Section 49 of the National Insurance Ordinance, mandating that actuarially accessed compensatory transfers be made to the NHIB for medical services to employment injury beneficiaries. In February, 2011 the NIB paid the NHIB $612,000, being the amount assessed by the Actuary for that year, to cover the eligible injury claims for fiscal year 2010/2011. Currently the Board is awaiting the latest actuarial analysis to agree with the NHIB on the funds to be transferred to the health care system in 2011/12. The NIB strongly disagree with the NHIB’s Actuary’s position that funds placed into the Employment Injury Fund in excess of the actual injury claims must be transferred to the NHIP. The National Insurance Fund is a single fund into which the monies are deposited into four categories to ensure that persons will receive the benefits to which the ordinance entitles them to receive. Today there is more money in all four categories than is immediately required, but as the fund matures over the years, these monies will be needed to ensure we provide the full range of benefits to all the eligible beneficiaries. The four categories in the National Insurance Fund are there to show that we are treating each area with high priority and were never designed as discrete funds whose monies cannot be shifted between uses. The National Insurance Board is determined to protect the National Insurance Fund from unwarranted efforts to transfer funds to the health care system. In one of the statements made by persons unknown concern was expressed over the statement contained in the Actuary’s report that the NIB has the potential for a $119 million shortfall in the fund by 2030 if it does not undertake a program to raise contributions, increase our investment return and reduce our operating costs. If no action is taken, such as situation could occur, but the NIB is in the process of addressing all three of these factors to ensure the fund is secure far into the future. Any effort by third parties to compromise those goals will obviously make it more difficult to meet that target and provide benefits to the people of TCI. The potential losses from the TCI Bank is a big challenge and the current demands for NIB to reduce the Fund by a further $22 million to pay for matters unconnected with the core functions of the NIB will be detrimental to our beneficiaries. In 30 years these withdrawals would translate into a $40 million shortfall in our investment income or about 1/3 of the Actuary’s potential shortfall. The NIB Board and Management believes that the Government should solve its debt and health care issues through a different approach than simply taking the people’s pension funds and using them as a stop gap measure to fund the financial crisis.

By order of the Board of Directors TURKS AND CAICOS NATIONAL INSURANCE BOARD

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EMPLOYMENT / SERVICES / NOTICES J & A CONSTRUCTION & JANITORIAL SERVICES

DA MUNCHIES RESTAURANT & BAR

Barmaids Bartenders

Domestic

Kitchen Helpers

worker

Must be willing to work 6 days per week. Salary $5.00 per hour

To work when needed salary $5.00 per hour. Deadline for applicants is November 19th, 2011

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Contact: 241-5678 5737

Contact: 241-3208

Operations assistant The assistant will be responsible ,but not limited to, Organizing staff at multiple locations, responding to emails and phone calls. Will need to update and provide documents pertaining to ,but not limited, to activities, event, special requests and arrival information. Keeping updated accounts for multiple parties. Greeting guests in a professional manner at all times. The minimum requirements are 5 years office management Accounting experience including payroll and account reconciliation

Flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays sometimes evenings Reliable, registered transportation with valid drivers license Proficient in peach tree accounting software and Microsoft office Own a reliable computer ,Internet and printer with office installed Extensive knowledge of the hospitality industry and In particular the activities of the tci Knowledge of minor maintenance home repairs Strong organizational,verbal and written communication Ability to multi task

Pay is commensurate with experience Send resumes to plspropertymanagement@gmail.com

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Turks & Caicos Islands British West Indies Email: manager@meridianclub.com Ph:649-941-7011 Fax: 649-941-7010

Position Available at The Meridian Club on Pine Cay

Salary: $10-12/hr or more depending upon training, experience, work record and capability. Duties: must be able to create a large variety of tasty desserts, breads and pastries from scratch (4-5 different dessert offerings must be available each day for lunch and dinner and pastries for breakfast). Must be able to do other food preparations and assist in meal preparation. Must assist Executive Chef in overseeing and training kitchen staff, as needed. Qualifications Required: - Must have degree in culinary arts from an accredited college or university - Minimum of 3 years experience as Pastry Chef in 5 star restaurant. - Must be skilled in handling all duties specified. - Must be willing to reside on Pine Cay, a small private island on a full time basis.. - Must furnish health certificate or be willing to undergo medical examination to ensure freedom from communicable disease. - Must be willing to work weekends, nights and holidays Starting Date: immediately. Contact Person and Contact Information: Beverly Plachta, Resort Manager. Fax to 649-941-7010 or email to manager@meridianclub.com a copy of resume with your contact information (mailing address, e-mail address, phone number) Resume must include min. of 3 references with contact information and how you knows these people. Also include copy of passport, police report. All qualified applicants will be interviewed within 2 weeks.

CARPENTER Applicant must be able to work six days a week including weekends and public holidays. Salary is $6.00 per hour

Domestic Worker/

Babysitter

Interested persons should call 344 8734

5741

To work 6 days per week. Salary $5.00 per hour. Contact: 345-9808

5739

ROSELEE MISICK

COX LABOUR SERVICES

is looking for a

Domestic Worker To work 5 days per week salary $5.00 per hour.

The Meridian Club On Pine Cay

Executive Pastry Chef

Is looking for a

IS SEEKING A

Is looking for a

Is looking to fill the following positions:

MARTIN ADDERLEY

MR. S. FORBES

contact: 231-5170

5748

Cox House, Cherokee Road, Providenciales Telephone: 946-5754/Fax: 946-5166

LABOURERS

Salary $5.00 per hour Work Monday - Friday, plus holidays and weekends if needed .Clean Golf Carts Cut grass, trees: other menial task as required ONLY TURKS ISLANDERS NEED TO APPLY 5795

vacancy

RESIDENTIAL CHILD CAREGIVER/SUPERVISOR

The Provo Children’s Home is seeking caregiver/supervisors for the Home located in Chalk Sound in Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands.

The following requirements apply:

• Preferred but not mandatory, a degree in psychology, counseling or social work • Experience working in related field ie teaching, nursing, coaching, day care, etc. • Ability to build constructive, caring, nurturing relationships with children with complex needs • Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office programs • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Preferred qualifications in food prep and handling • Ability to cook meals for large numbers • Preferred First Aid training • Must hold a clean, valid driver’s license These posts are residential and require a certain percentage of over night shifts. Private accommodation and meals provided on overnight shifts. Salaries start at $1200 per month and are dependent on experience and qualifications. Only Belongers need apply. The position(s) are available from December 1st 2011. Interviews will be by appointment only.

Please send resumes to PCH Director at buildgroup@pch.tc All correspondence is via email and all applications must be received by December 1st, 2011.

November 12 - 18, 2011

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PHONE: (649) 946-4664 Is looking for a

VERNICE GRAY Is looking for a

domestic

worker

To work 3 days per hour.

Contact: 244-7088

5730

MAX’S ELECTRICAL Is looking for a

Labourer Labourer To work 3 days per week to do general yard cleaning salary $5.00 per hour.

Contact: 341-8363

5733

for rent Fully furnished three bedroom two and a half bathroom house

Located in Long Bay, Providenciales. $1300.00 a month.

Contact: 244-4445 or 242-0200

5742

Looking for a

Mechanic To work five (5) days. Salary $5.50 per hour. Contact The Tuscany Resort at 9414667 deadline for applications is November 21, 2011

5740

LABOURER PERSONAL ASSISTANT • Must work split shifts 7-11, 6-10 • Salary $350.00 per week 40 hours a week • Morning, evenings, holidays and weekends • Must speak and write English and Spanish • Ability to assist me in work at restaurant during the day and evening • Ability to check in deliveries made to restaurant • Ability to supervise gardeners and other staff in preparation for day to day maintenance

To work 5 days per week salary $5.00 per hour. Contact: 941-3177 5742

SILVER DEEP Is looking for 2

Labourers To work 5 days per week. Salary $5.00 per hour.

Contact: 946-5612

BUTTERFIELD GOLD GROUP OF COMPANIES

One (1) Chief of Security • Must be of sound and mature mind, physically fit, honest, disciplined and be capable of working with very little or no supervision. • Must be a male, 45 years and older with at least 15 years experience as a expolice/soldier or of similar training with impeccable service record, training in the use of firearms with 5 years experience and hold a clean police record. • Must have served at least 10 years in a supervisory or senior position in same field. • Must be responsive to surveillance and undercover duties, have experience in taking statements, writing reports, investigation of incidents, and experience as a legal clerk or worked in collaboration with a legal office and have the ability to gather evidence and present same in court. • Must be able to formulate and implement policies as required for optimum performance of staff under his supervision, supervise, motivate, train and lead them for the protection of the company, its’ employees and customers as appropriate. • Must be vigilant, conscientious, alert and observant thus having the ability to detect and prevent criminal activities/offences using logical and physical surveillance • Must have skills in fire prevention and first aid training • Must be prepared to be on call 24-hours 7 days a week with long hours and or night shift when required and work as a security guard when necessary • Must be able to handle, resolve, deal with situations, problems, fairly and justifiably in the interest of the company and all involved • Must be a licensed driver with clean record.

One (1) Executive Assistant/ Procurement Specialist

Is seeking to employ a

Primary Duties

Labourer To work 5 days a week salary $5.50 per hour.

contact: 231-1390

5743

CASTILLO CONSTRUCTION is looking to fill the following positions:

Domestic Worker

Tile Layer

– salary $6.00 per hour

Handyman – salary $5.50 per hour

5749

Butterfield Gold Ltd., seeking qualified applicants to fill the under-mentioned positions

ALTHEA SIMONE BEEN

– salary $5.00 per hour

Submit all resumes to P.O. Box 543 Deadline November 17th, 2011

FAX: (649) 946-4661

POSITIONS AVAILABLE

5743

WILFRED FORBES

EMPLOYMENT / SERVICES / NOTICES

Must be able to work 5 days per week.

Contact 244-8584 5750

• • • • • •

Building Material Procurement Specialist Assist the Chief Operating Officer and Vice President of Operations Prepare and dispatch correspondence Assist with Financial Analysis, Budget & Project preparations Prepare various reports; take notes at meetings and prepare minutes Schedule management appointments

Qualification, Experience & Abilities

• Minimum of three (3) years work experience and knowledge in purchasing all types of building materials, including, but not limited to roofing and prefab building structures for the Construction & Maintenance division of the company. • A minimum of five (5) years work experience in an administrative position with duties including Project preparation, Report Writing and assisting with financial project management and evaluation. • Five (5) CXC subjects or equivalent • Applicant must provide certified courses and/or diplomas relevant to the above duties. • Proficient in Microsoft Office • Applicant must have excellent communication skills, both oral and written. • Applicant must be able to work independently with minimum supervision. • Applicant must be open to being on call outside of regular business hours to deal with and complete assigned tasks. Wages: Commensurate with experience starting from $2,250.00 per month Application forms available from Butterfield Gold Human Resource Department. Only applicants selected for interview will be notified. Submit applications to by November 11, 2011 to:

Butterfield Gold Ltd., Human Resource Department Town Center Mall, Providenciales Tel: 649-946-4211

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EMPLOYMENT / SERVICES / NOTICES ANNA JOHNSON

P & A PRIME AGENCY

is looking to fill the following positions:

Is currently seeking qualified applicants on the behalf of our clients:

Assistant Manager

– to assist with the day to day operation

Store Attendant

– stocking shelves making sure the shelves are properly stocked

Handyman

– to assist in every area of the business

Domestic Workers

– to assist in the home and must be good with children

LaboUrers

– to take care of premises and properties Salary $5.50 per hour Contact: P & A, IBO Building, Downtown behind the ball park, Providenciales Monday – Friday @ 341-8754

5756

Hairdresser Bartender Nail Technician Salary $5.50 per hour Must be able to work 6 days per week.

Contact: 241-9194

5755

Diamonds International Grand Turk stores are recruiting

8 TEAM MEMBERS

WANTED! The position: Sales Professional

Requirements:

•At least 2 years of retail sales experience is mandatory •Experience in jewelry sales - advantage •Impeccable references and a police clearance •Well spoken English, other languages - advantage •High level customer service and customer attending skills •Achievements in sales references - advantage

Fax number is: 946 1988

5744

PRELIMINARY NOTICE OF AUCTION SALES FirstCaribbean International Bank (Bahamas) Ltd, as Chargee, pursuant to section 72 of the Registered Land Ordinance, hereby gives notice that it will cause to be sold by Public Auction the scheduled property outside of its offices at 1271 Leeward Highway, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands at 10:00 am on Friday, November 25, 2011. 1. Title No. 61004\05 Juba Salina, Providenciales Comprising 0.60 acres residential ocean view property consisting of a detached single-storey residential home which includes an open plan living and dining area, kitchen, three bedrooms, two bathrooms and utility room. In addition, there is also a detached two-storey building comprising a garage, an unfinished studio unit, office and an upper level studio apartment with bedroom, large living area, kitchen and bathroom. Total gross floor area is approximately 4,930 square feet. Registered Proprietors, Olympia Technologies Ltd. For more information please contact Mr. Corey Clarke, CIBC FirstCaribbean International Bank, Head Office, Bridgetown, Barbados (Tel: 246 467 1654/email: corey.clarke@cibcfcib.com) or MCKNIGHTS International Law Firm, Attorneys at Law, 46 Salt Mills Plaza, Grace Bay, Providenciales (Telephone 649-941-2330/ Fax 649-941-2331/email: admin@mcknights.tc). 5745

November 12 - 18, 2011 FAX: (649) 946-4661

Furniture carpenter Salary: $6.00 hourly Contact Person: Stephan Gaudet Location: PO Box 238, Central Storage Business Park, TC Millwork, Providenciales Contact : tcmillwork@tciway.tc phone 231-4537

Skills Required:

• 10 years work experience in woodworking and/or construction field. 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: • Cabinetmaking, refinishing, and installation. Assist other employees in general millshop operations and maintenance. Must be professional and courteous.

Applicants please send a resume via preferred contact method. 5747

November 12 - 18, 2011 PHONE: (649) 946-4664

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PUBLIC NOTICE

BELONGER STATUS APPLICATION

Take Notice that I, Gordon Wetherell, Governor of Turks and Caicos in exercise of the powers conferred on me by section 3(2) of the Immigration Ordinance intend to grant a Certificate of Belonger Status to ELLIASU ALI a national of Africa by virtue of marriage to a Belonger. GORDON WETHERELL

Take Notice that I, Gordon Wetherell, Governor of Turks and Caicos in exercise of the powers conferred on me by section 3(2) of the Immigration Ordinance intend to grant a Certificate of Belonger Status to Annette DELORIES BARNES-LEWIS a national of Jamaica by virtue of marriage to a Belonger. GORDON WETHERELL

PUBLIC NOTICE

BELONGER STATUS APPLICATION

Take Notice that I, Gordon Wetherell, Governor of Turks and Caicos in exercise of the powers conferred on me by section 3(2) of the Immigration Ordinance intend to grant a Certificate of Belonger Status to VICTORIA SMITH a national of Russia by virtue of marriage to a Belonger. GORDON WETHERELL

Take Notice that I, Gordon Wetherell, Governor of Turks and Caicos in exercise of the powers conferred on me by section 3(2) of the Immigration Ordinance intend to grant a Certificate of Belonger Status to CLARA CRUZ-COX a national of Dominican Republic by virtue of marriage to a Belonger. GORDON WETHERELL

PUBLIC NOTICE

BELONGER STATUS APPLICATION

Take Notice that I, Gordon Wetherell, Governor of Turks and Caicos in exercise of the powers conferred on me by section 3(2) of the Immigration Ordinance intend to grant a Certificate of Belonger Status to KUMAR JOREE a national of Guyana by virtue of marriage to a Belonger. GORDON WETHERELL

Take Notice that I, Gordon Wetherell, Governor of Turks and Caicos in exercise of the powers conferred on me by section 3(2) of the Immigration Ordinance intend to grant a Certificate of Belonger Status to MIREILLE JOSEPH-WILLIAMS a national of Haiti by virtue of marriage to a Belonger. GORDON WETHERELL

(Section 3 (5) of the Immigration Ordinance)

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TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

November 12 - 18, 2011

Sailrock U-14 Girls’ League:

Wolves and Devils tied for top spot

PUBLIC NOTICE BELONGER STATUS APPLICATION (Section 3 (5) of the Immigration Ordinance)

Take Notice that I, Gordon Wetherell, Governor of Turks and Caicos in exercise of the powers conferred on me by section 3(2) of the Immigration Ordinance intend to grant a Certificate of Belonger Status to MARIE NARCIUS PIERRECOX a national of Haiti by virtue of marriage to a Belonger. GORDON WETHERELL

Senior Executive Appointments PERMANENT SECRETARY Turks and Caicos Islands Government

Following a public sector reform programme, TCI Government is reducing the number of ministerial departments. Applications are now invited for the Permanent Secretary appointments that will lead the new ministries through significant change. These posts offer the chance to make a real difference in transforming the effectiveness and efficiency of public services. Several positions are available and successful applicants will be appointed to the most appropriate ministries. Applicants will need to be TCI Belongers (citizens) but need not be currently living on the islands. Previous government experience is not a pre-requisite and applications are invited from anyone with relevant leadership and management experience. Applications will be welcomed from current TCI civil servants with relevant experience, skills and potential without regard to current seniority. Candidates need to be creative and strategic thinkers, with real leadership ability as well as a relevant level of financial understanding. Change-oriented and with a record of getting things done through people, they will be persuasive communicators, orally and on paper, able to manage complex stakeholder relationships. Above all they will be of unquestionable integrity, with the courage to insist on, and exemplify, the highest moral standards and behaviours.

To download further details, including how to apply, please visit [www.gov.tc] or telephone +1 649 332 7902. Applications received after midnight on Sunday 27th November may not be considered.

THE Sailrock U-14 Girls League continues to be a close affair as both the White Wolves and Red Devils are tied at the top on 11 points. The White Wolves started off with a 1-0 win against the Striking Cheetahs (goal from Waldine Pierre), yet they were held 2-2 by the Titans in their second game. Pierre and Cessia Johnson scored for the Wolves and Octavia Gardiner and Makayla Ellis scored for the Titans. The Yellow Jaguars managed a draw with the Green Dragons (1-1) before losing to the Striking Cheetahs (3-1). Guerline Hall scored for the Jaguars in their tied game

Action in the girls’ league.

and an own goal against the Cheetahs was not enough as Evnisha Saintvertu (2) and Raquel Saunders scored for the Cheetahs. The best team on the day was the Red Devils who had two victories. They defeated the Titans 6-0 as Yarileny De La Cruz scored a double hat-trick. De la Cruz scored twice against the Green Dragons and Monae Gooden

added the third goal. Yarieleke De La Cruz scored for the Green Dragons in both games, but it was not enough to match her older sister’s efforts as Yarileny picked up the MVP award for the day. Each team has four games left and although the White Wolves and Red Devils are tied for first place, the Jaguars and Cheetahs are still within striking distance.

PUBLIC NOTICE BELONGER STATUS APPLICATION (Section 3 (5) of the Immigration Ordinance)

Take Notice that I, Gordon Wetherell, Governor of Turks and Caicos in exercise of the powers conferred on me by section 3(2) of the Immigration Ordinance intend to grant a Certificate of Belonger Status to ELIUS TOUSSAINT a national of Haiti by virtue of marriage to a Belonger. GORDON WETHERELL

PUBLIC NOTICE BELONGER STATUS APPLICATION (Section 3 (5) of the Immigration Ordinance)

Take Notice that I, Gordon Wetherell, Governor of Turks and Caicos in exercise of the powers conferred on me by section 3(2) of the Immigration Ordinance intend to grant a Certificate of Belonger Status to NANOTTE DAVILMARROBINSON a national of Haiti by virtue of marriage to a Belonger. GORDON WETHERELL

November 12 - 18, 2011

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Sailrock U-13 Boys’ League:

Sharks now have a sizeable lead THE U-13 Sailrock Boys’ League reached its halfway stage last Saturday with the Blue Hills Sharks opening up a sizeable lead. The Sharks defeated Five Cays FC 3-2 and Long Bay Revolution 8-4. Five Cays came close to beating the Sharks with goals from Greshawn Been and Errod Turel, but a goal from Mackenson Cadet and two from Wylkins Sylvain secured victory for the Sharks. Their second game proved to be a real goal fest. Jackson Pierre and Cadet scored a hat-trick each and Sylvain added two more; Marvin Joseph (2), Ben Levy and Idlin Belony found the back of

the net for the Revolution. In the remaining games, Leeward Knights moved up the table as they beat the Revolution 6-1 and Five Cays 3-0. Marvin Joseph opened the scoring for Long Bay, but goals from Rodrigo Vasquez (2), Deshawn Dorcius, Cole Nickson and Tariq Germaine gave the Knights a well deserved victory. Nickson and Germain scored again in the 3-0 win over Five Cays and Ledson Gerome also got onto the scoresheet. If the Sharks maintain their lead they will become champions for the second time this year. MVP for week three was Mackenson Cadet.

Charlie’s Corner The language of soccer

One of the best things about being a TCI soccer star is making friends with kids from all over the world. I like my soccer mates. They are all very different. Some are great players like my Jamaican pal Michael Smiikle (or MD as we know him) and my Brunei mate Jack Small (or Jacko as I call him). Some are not as good but they all try hard and have great fun together. In the under 11s group my team Green Galaxy is not doing very well just now. We have some very good players like my loyal vice captain Pendieno Brooks, goalscorers Nickello Pierre and Michael johnson. We have good defenders like MVP David Simmons and Fridlin Gedeon. But we need a good midfield player and someone who wants to go in goal. We keep giving away silly goals. My Dad always says “Don’t worry son you

can’t win them all!” I tell him I don’t want to win them all but I would like to win one! The top teams at the moment are Red Devils and Orange AllStars. Red Devils have great players in Timothy Gill, Jack Small and Grason Behlmaier. Orange All-Stars also have great players in Johnly Kolas, Caleb Darbo and Shadown Sainjour. Next comes Sky Blues led by MD with tricky Bradley Louis and Kenley George. All the teams are pretty well matched. The pitch is great at the moment. This is all down to an unsung hero of TCI soccer FRITZ. I like Fritz. We speak the same language. It helps speaking the same language. Now I think of it soccer is like having the same language all over the world. I just thought of that. Good isn’t it? See you next week.

Jack Small, MD and Charlie McKnight.

Provo Hockey League:

Greatrex scores six as Gators chew Lobsters CARSON Greatrex scored six times to give the undefeated Ganservoort Gators an 8-1 victory over the Sailrock Lobsters in the second week of the Provo Hockey League, played at the Graceway Sports Centre in Providenciales. The one side mini-division clash saw Zachary Scholar adding the other two goals while there were assists for Nyah Woody (two) and Boyi Bonrud (one). Joshua Saunders was the lone goal scorer for the losing side. Earlier in the day the Lobsters defeated the Gracebay Car Rental and Sales Owls 3-2. Joe Canam made a hat-trick for the winners while Dylan Brubaker and Tristan Grandshire scored one each for the Owls. Brubaker also had an assist. In the bantam division the Saunders and Co. Hurricanes defeated the Coco Bistro Lightning 9-5. The Hurricanes’ scorers included: Livingston Ferdinand (scored twice and had two assists), Sebastian Turbyfield (scored twice and had one assist), Myles Hanchell (scored twice) and Liam Delancy (one goal); for the Lightning Ricaldo Valcin made three goals and there were one each for Javed Shearer and Simran Kahlon. Before their victory the Hurricanes went down to the unbeaten Sharks 5-3: Orrin Campbell and Kyle Cox (two goals each) Cole Nickson (one goal and an assist), Amory Chesterson and Theo Weldon (one assist each) led the Sharks. The Hurricanes were led by Delancy’s two goals and one assist and a goal from Myles Hanchell.

Players are eager to get onto the court in the new season of the Provo Hockey League.

HIGGS’S STAR PERFORMANCE The J & W Construction Flames defeated the Carb Gaming Panthers 8-6 after Quinn Higgs scored six times and made an assist. Justin Hagan added the other goals while Clayon Bennett made an assist. For the Panthers there were two goals plus an assist each for Christian Robinson and Patrick Musgrove.

Rajhan Munnings also scored twice while Serena Delancy made an assist. In the final game of the day the Twa Marcelin Wolf Pirates drew 4-4 with the Panthers. Munning scored three times while Christian Robinson added the other. For the Pirates Miguel Malcolm had three and Gabriel Diotte-Joly had one goal and two assists; JJ Affleck also had an assist.

TCIFA Super 7’s Football League:

Fight on for play-off positions THE TCIFA Super 7’s Football League produced some exciting games as the teams are now fighting for play-off positions. AFC Academy moved into second place with a 5-1 win against SWA Sharks. Herby Magny put the youngsters ahead with a well taken goal only for Arlindo Serpa to equalise for the Sharks with a long range effort on the stroke of half-time. However, the second half was a one sided affair as the Academy players passing game produced four goals. Jerry Liliuce scored twice and Magny rounded off his man-of-the-match performance with a hat-trick. In the second game AFC National

twice came from behind to claim a draw with HAB Harriers. HAB took the lead through Jornel Magroire before Steve Wilson, followed up Bobby Kwatt’s header. Jon Flanagan’s pressure on National’s goalkeeper allowed him to give the Harriers a 2-1 lead at half time. Both teams came out attacking in the second half and a tense finale ensued after Bobby Kwatt had equalised for National. Both teams had chances to win the game, but the final score was a closely matched 2-2 draw. In the final game, league leaders Air Turks and Caicos were held to a 1-1 draw by the Provo Golf Club.

Will Nevina’s throw-in was deflected into the goal to give Provo Golf Club the lead before Dady Aristide’s long range strike ensured parity. Provo Golf will rue a missed penalty but will take some comfort in ending Air Turks and Caicos’ run of three wins in a row. Air Turks are still top of the league on ten points, the same as AFC Academy but the “Flamingoes” still have a game in hand which could see them further their lead. Two more weeks are left before the play-offs begin. MVP for Week Five - Herby Magny

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November 12 - 18, 2011

TCIFA plans to spread beach soccer to youngsters, build own facility COMPETITIVE beach soccer (football) will be introduced to young footballers from next year and they might soon play on the Turks and Caicos Islands Football Association’s own beach facility. Currently the sport is played at the beach, but Chris Bryant this week disclosed that plans are in place to build a beach soccer facility at the National Academy Field. Bryan, the head of the TCIFA, said that: “This will enable us to give our players an opportunity to train regularly and work on their technical and tactical play, which is different to regular football.” The association, which became the first island body in the region to have both male and female beach soccer leagues, also impressed participants at a recent FIFA seminar with successful presentations on the local development of the sport. YOUTH DEVELOPMENT For next year Technical Director Matthew Green disclosed that the association plans: “to expand its leagues to six teams as well as

begin youth leagues and school tournaments.” Leading up to the developments the TCIFA held its third FIFA Course in 12 months last week and it was beach soccer related. The fourday event was designed to expose players, coaches and referees to the fastest growing form of football. Green explained that the course was one of the first steps into: “Making people more aware about beach soccer as twenty five participants were given information on the laws of the games, basic techniques, tactical awareness and systems of play”. The group had to conduct their own practical sessions and also participated in exhibition games. The final day was reserved for a female tournament as players from the TCIFA U-17 and U-13 girls’ academies as well as WFL teams: the Hurricanes, Strikers and Revolution fought it out on the beach in front a large and enthusiastic crowd. Green was very pleased with the course and level of enthusiasm. “The participants have done a great job

Participants from the just concluded FIFA Beach Soccer Course.

over the four days and it was good to see a lot of new faces involved; these persons will hopefully become more active in our programmes.” Green added that he was particularly impressed with some of the young players who were involved in the course. “Herby Magny, Davidson Martins and Kadine Delphin who are members of out U-17 academies did an excellent job during the course. They were very active, conscientious and attentive and they will have learned a lot from this experience”.

Course instructor Eddie Loewen was very optimistic about the opportunities for the TCI to develop the sport. “There is a lot of enthusiasm for the sport here and the association has a lot of good ideas to promote Beach Soccer and make the country compete on the world stage”. He added that: “The foundation here is in place and hopefully the TCIFA

can receive more support from local businesses and organisations to achieve their goals. Beach soccer is very exciting and with the beautiful beaches and waters, the Turks and Caicos Islands is an ideal venue for the sport to become very popular.” National U-20 Women’s coach Paul Collis summed up the event very well when he said: “It is clear from the smiles on everyone’s faces that beach soccer is a big hit here in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Hopefully, we can channel that level of enthusiasm to produce competitive national teams, but right now the emphasis is just on making sure everybody is having fun and clearly that seems to be the case”. Anyone interested in getting involved in beach soccer as a player, referee, coach or sponsor can contact the TCIFA at 941 5532 / 231 1860 soniatcifa@tciway.tc / mgreentcifa@ tciway.tc

NACRA Sevens Championships:

TCI to open against home team Barbados TURKS and Caicos Islands will open against the home team, Barbados, on Saturday morning in the North American and Caribbean Rugby Association (NACRA) Sevens Championships. The new boys will then have to face Jamaica (11:20am) and Martinique (1:20pm). TACTICS The Turks and Caicos Islands Rugby Football Union (TCIRFU) is looking to at least win one game. Public Relation’s Officer Gareth Butler said that playing the number one (Jamaica) and number two (Barbados) teams in their group will be no easy task and as such they will “be playing everyone in the squad”. The best side will, however, be selected to play Martinique. Martinique are seeded 10th of the 16 teams while TCI only have a place ahead of Curacao. Skipper of the side Blair Mason had stated that the strength of his team is in: “our local youth players, who have speed as well

MVP David Simmons (Green Galaxy) pictured with Coach Haroon Swaby

Sailrock U-11 League:

Red Devils take six point lead Members of the national rugby team: back row from left: Ryan Jones, Blair Mason, Sean O’Neill, Augustine Modeste, Jahmal Misick. Front row from left: Simon Taylor, Dorel Williams, Paul McKenzie, Bjorn (Dean) Griffith, Gareth Butler. Absent: Callis Jones, Benjamin Gearing.

as size on their sides.” He pointed out that it was going to be interesting when TCI test their skills against international oppositions. “I think we are going to surprise a few of the bigger rugby playing nations.”

Guyana are defenders of the title, having won it five consecutive times. Other strong competitors include: second ranked Jamaica, Mexico and the Bahamas.

The Sailrock U-11 League reached the half way stage last Saturday and the Red Devils have managed to take a six point lead. The Red Devils had two impressive victories on the day: 3-1 and 4-1 over the Green Galaxy and Sky Blues. Timothy Gill scored twice and Jack Small once against the Galaxy and Lucas De Boer scored twice against Sky Blues with additional goals coming from Gill and Small. Pendieno Brooks scored for the Galaxy and Kenley George for Sky Blues. In the opening game of the day, Sky Blues claimed their

first win of the season with a 3-2 victory over the Orange All Stars. Michael Smikle scored twice and George scored once for the Blues and Junior Paul and Shadown Sainjour were on the scoresheet for the All Stars. In the final game the Orange All Stars tied 3-3 with the Green Galaxy. Sainjour, Johnly Kolas and an own goal resulted in the All Stars claiming a point against the Galaxy as Michael Johnson and Nickello Pierre(2) scored for the team in Green. MVP for week three was Green Galaxy’s David Simmons, who attends Enid Capron Primary School.

November 12 - 18, 2011

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