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Mike Misick’s campaign bid good and bad, Ewing THE embattled former Premier, Mike Misick, earlier this month made public a lengthy statement in a bid to secure support for the Progressive National Party ...
Taxpayers’ dollars accounted for in audit report PAGE THE debacle surrounding the shortcomings of the former administration continued with the release of new details accounting for taxpayers’ dollars in the long awaited Turks and Caicos audit report.
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The candidates from the two major political parties, 30 candidates, were nominated on Thursday to contest the upcoming, November 9, elections.
Leader of the PNP, Dr. Rufus Ewing, nominated for office at the Clement Howell High School in Blue Hills
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PDM leader, Oswald Skippings, nominated at the Clement Howell High School in Blue Hills
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In the final debate before the election, party leader, from left, Dr. Rufus Ewing, Harold Charles and Oswald Skippings
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Party deputies, from left, PNP’s Carlos Simons, PDM’sSharlene Cartwright-Robinson and PPP’s Zhavago Jolly
Final round of debates underscore vast similarities in party platforms BY VANESSA NARINE THE second round of debates, or the National Conversation as organisers ‘Country at Heart’ dubbed it, underscored the vast similarities of the three party platforms. On the major issues of economy, jobs, education, social services, taxes, immigration and labour, investments and the environment a general consensus position came through during the two-night debate, held at the LIME building on Leeward Highway, Providenciales. On Monday, the At-Large candidates, except party leaders and deputies, fielded questions sent in by the public, in a somewhat lacklustre conversation. While on Tuesday night, the atmosphere was more energised and tinged with humour, as both members of the public and practicing journalists questioned the deputies. In a second segment, on Tuesday night, the switch to sombre, and at times somewhat hostile, was tangible as the leaders went head to head and took questions from the public. COALITION Given the clear similar policy positions on the issues, one of the
The At-Large candidates, except party leaders and deputies, at Monday’s engagement
questions posed to the leaders was the possibility of a coalition to combine the best talents from the three political parties, to best serve the interests of the people of the Turks and Caicos Islands. People Progressive Party (PPP) leader, Harold Charles, was on board for a coalition government and suggested that the National Assembly seats be divided equally, with five seats for each party. He said, “Our country needs us more than ever now. Our people are suffering and are going through a lot of challenges….this is why a coalition would be good.” People’s Democratic Movement (PDM) leader, Oswald Skippings, pointed out that he was unsure how
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possible a coalition was, adding that a coalition would have to be decided after the elections to ensure that the people’s choice is respected. “We have to be certain that this is what the people want,” Skippings said. Adding his bit, leader of the Progressive National Party (PNP), Dr. Rufus Ewing, quipped that the ratio for a coalition is more likely to be 7:7:1, for the PNP, PDM and PPP, respectively. On a serious note, he said, “We still have a lot of work to do to convince our people to go in this direction, to get the people to see the greater good…this is a problem we have with both the people and the leadership.” Ewing stressed the fact that a coalition would only function effectively if there were a higher level of trust and political maturity among leaders. “As a people we have advanced and become mature, but we are still not there yet. We are still very much politically polarised,” he said. POLITICAL MATURITY The lack of political maturity was made clear when Skippings and Ewing engaged in a heated exchange, which ended when the PDM leader shouted at Ewing, “Would you shut up and let me speak.” The moderator, Pastor Livingston Malcolm, stepped in and stopped what was fast becoming an argument on live television and radio. Skippings lamented the PNP’s record when he said, “Each party develops its own ideology. Each party has principles and certain policies and people gravitate towards that.
“And even though the members of the party may change, the core values usually stay with the party… you look at the PDM and the PNP and you will see that. “Regardless of who comes in the PNP the government crashes.” Ewing interrupted Skippings to make his point. He said, “If you are a pastor in your church and your church is an institution and the leader of that church does something wrong and brings down the good name of the church, are you telling me that whoever comes to the church, that the church will corrupt that person?” The PNP leader called for Skippings to do the honourable thing and not descend in the direction his play of politics was taking him. Ewing said, “Going forward what we need to do, to raise the level of maturity, is we have to agree on certain things. “We cannot be bring people down and try to degrade their character or name when it is not warranted. “We need to be mature… government and opposition have to work together to agree on things that are good for the country…not disagreeing because the government is the one putting it in place. “We have to stop playing politics.” DEFINING MOMENTS By the end of the second evening, what the electorate was told by all three parties, as it relates to the pressing issues, was that they had plans to grow the economy through diversification and tapping into new markets; create jobs would be created by supporting small businesses and encouraging investment; build more
schools and train more teachers, increase funding for scholarships and invest in technical/vocational education. In addition they plan to improve the Community Colleges; repeal Value Added Tax (VAT); create a database that would coordinate information between the Education Ministry and the Labour Department to address the issue of locals being unemployed; crack down on illegal immigration through enforcement and engagement; offer incentives to encourage investors; and protect the environment. There was one defining moment in the two debates, when it came to policy issues. On the issue of the InterHealth Canada deal, the two major political parties took very different stances. The PDM said that they would pay the penalty and cancel the contract, and the PNP said they would remedy what went wrong and hold InterHealth Canada accountable. With less than two weeks to go, the electorate has only seen the manifesto of the PDM, which outlines several plans, but has not gone into specifics. Meanwhile one of the questions raised during the debate was the need for specifics to inform the vote. What the debates managed to do was underscore the fact that there is still nothing definitive that sets the political parties apart on their agenda for the future. The hosting of the two political debates, the first being last Thursday, has carved the TCI’s place in history as the first Caribbean nation to have such dialogue among politicians contesting national elections.
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PNP’s deputy leader, Carlos Simons, with the support of leader, Dr. Ewing, nominated at the Hope Missionary Baptist Church
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The PDM team following the completion of nominations on Thursday
PNP and PDM candidates nominated BY VANESSA NARINE THE candidates from the two major political parties, 30 candidates, were nominated on Thursday to contest the upcoming, November 9, elections. However, repeated attempts to contact the People Progressive Party (PPP) on the status of their candidates’ nomination proved futile up to press time. The district candidates turned out to be nominated in their respective districts, while the At-Large candidates were allowed to have their nomination done at any of the 10 locations, which included the: • Anglican Church, Dillon Hall, Grand Turk, Electoral District 1; • Education Department Conference room, Grand Turk, Electoral District 2; • Community Centre, South Caicos, Electoral District 3; • Bottle Creek Library, North Caicos, Electoral District 4; • Hope Missionary Baptist Church, Long Bay, Providenciales, Electoral District 5; • Ianthe Pratt Primary (Auditorium/ Library), Providenciales, Electoral District 6 • Disaster Management Centre, Providenciales, Electoral District 7 • Clement Howell High (Auditorium/Library), Providenciales, Electoral Districts 8 and 10; and • Felix Morley Community Centre, Providenciales, Electoral District 9. Supervisor of Elections, Dudley Lewis, is expected to release letters of qualification or disqualification after the nomination packs have been processed.
Lewis told the Weekly News that the Elections Office is focusing on ensuring that the statutory requirements for elections are met. He noted in the 10 electoral districts there are 17 polling stations, with the number of registered voters totaling over 7,000 Lewis noted that the voter education programme successfully ongoing. He added too that all the materials necessary for hosting elections have been procure. The Elections Supervisor stressed that sufficient security arrangements are in place to ensure that the election process is free, fair and transparent. Lewis maintains that preparations for the elections are on track. HICCUPS The primary challenge to the registration process has been the issue of dual citizenship. In the Progressive National Party (PNP), two candidates of the 15 fielded by the party were born outside of the TCI. PNP candidate for the Bight, Mrs. Portia Stubbs-Smith, was born in the Bahamas; and candidate for the Leeward district, Ms. Akierra Misick, was born in the United States of America. However, on Thursday, they were both registered. Misick said, “I am so elated…. we have had numerous bumps in the road, but I told everyone that on October 25 I would be the Leeward candidate and here I am today. I am looking forward to working hard over the next days to ensure that I am elected as the representative for this constituency.”
The TCI’s only Independent At-Large candidate, Oswald Simons, nominated at the Hope Missionary Baptist Church
In the People’s Democratic Movement (PDM) camp, five of the 15 candidates on the party’s ticket were born outside of the TCI, but these issues surrounding dual citizenship were resolved earlier this month and all 15 of the party’s candidates were nominated. READY PDM leader, Oswald Skippings, made it clear that his party is ready to move forward. He said, “We are ready to be sworn in as the next government. Right now we are on the last stretch on the campaign and we will not be slacking off, rather we will be
intensifying our campaigning across the Islands.” Skippings added that the party is also engaged in strategizing on the establishment of government, following the elections. Leader of the PNP, Dr. Rufus Ewing also spoke to the Weekly New and maintained that the party is moving ‘full speed ahead’. He added that with the nominations complete, the party’s manifesto will be available on Monday. “We also are preparing for a number of things if we win office, selecting cabinet and a many others,” Ewing said. Local businessman, Oswald
Simons, the only Independent AtLarge candidate, told the Weekly News that he is has been nominated and is moving forward in the interest of serving the people of the Turks and Caicos Islands. “I hope that the electorate evaluates the candidates fairly and make informed choices. If they do that I think I stand a good chance… there is much work to be done,” Simons said. Turk and Caicos Islander are expected to go to the polls in less than two weeks and the National Assembly’s 19 seats will be awarded based on the results using the first past the post electoral system.
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A Weekly News column that puts you on the spot for your opinions on the issues of the day
The debate’s effect! THE first political debate in the Turks and Caicos Islands last Thursday night, was feisty, substantive and had interjections of humour. It also saw history being made with it being the first such engagement in the history of politics in the Caribbean. What are your thoughts of the outcome of the debate?
Specifics still needed
First of all, thumbs up to all who coordinated and organised the first political debate not only in our small TCI but the first in the big Caribbean. I am so proud about that. The debate further revealed that the parties do not have a detailed plan to rescue or restore our economy. They are too general. The debate has revealed that all parties will ensure a database is developed for immigration purposes. The debate has also revealed that parties have publicly again announced their opposition to VAT. The debate also revealed the maturity level of some of our politicians - unfortunately in my books, some have to grow up. I encourage the parties to be specific in their resolutions. The parties should have consulted with every sector in our country prior to their manifesto or blue print. In this way, they would be able to share details of their plans, as those persons in the various sectors have the answers.
Incredible test
It was an incredible event and put to test the mettle of each party's leadership. The PDM and PNP members tasked each other and lobbed the usual political grenades indicative of our political history and culture. The performance of the deputies was indeed impressive. Mr. Simons, although very capable, unfortunately proved his slight disconnect with most of the audience, while Mrs. Cartwright-Robinson displayed her fearless resolve. The PPP's deputy leader has proved to us all that he is indeed energetic and extremely articulate. However his youth and unproven track record in the private and public sectors leaves one wondering if it is mere talk based on a rehearsed generic script. As it relates to the leaders, Dr. Ewing and Mr.Skippings performed as expected, with the PNP leader exhibiting the style and communicative skills desired of a modern statesman. Mr.Skippings did in fact table key points and flexed his desirable aggressive demeanour, but his tact was mostly from an earlier era not embraced by most constituents today. Mr. Charles started out satisfactorily, but his presence was diminished due to the fluid nature of the debate and him lacking the necessary impromptu ‘thinking on your feet’
attribute required of a politician. The perceived moments of humour failed to completely veil an issue that must be recognised. In summation, the advantage is in favour of the PNP due to their level of organisation and modern leadership. The PDM is a very close second with their traditional approach to garnering votes and political experience. While the PPP is a distant third due mostly to a questionable strategy and surprising inability to enlist 15 desirable candidates out of an eligible pool of almost 8,000 persons.
Still a history vote
We do not live in Provo or Grand Turk and do not have access to WIV TV. We will vote based on history. PDM has done yeoman duty and PNP has always left the country embarrassed. Their candidates were deeply involved with the mess of the last administration. We will be paying for the mess for years and it will cost everyone of us dearly for many years to come. The question is how many will be involved with the SIPT. Since only the PNP was called to the inquiry we already have the answer.
A good start
I think it is a great way for persons to see all candidates in a setting like that, hear what their plans are and see if they answer questions directly, if they answered the questions at all. I think all made great points. Times like these there are going to be some of the same views expressed by all candidates, as to what they propose but at the end of the day, I would say whoever wins, the best thing is to do is, first be honest and don’t just agree with what the Governor has to say to be in good standings, do right by the people, by the country, for the people and for the country. If they do that, everything will fall right into place.
Setting the tone
The organisers must be commended for organising the debate, as should other members of the media who pressed the issue of whether or not the political parties would commit to a debate. What the debate has done is set the tone for engagement going forward. It has set the tone for people to become accustomed to holding their politicians
accountable, to ask the hard questions and demand higher standards from our leaders – something that was not done as effectively under the last administration. An important thing that came out of the debates was the fact that the contesting politicians acknowledged that government is ‘of the people, for the people and by the people’. Also very important was that our politicians realised that they did not have the specifics that people wanted and they saw that the people and the media will continue to call them out. I think the debates did more that put the politicians on one stage together, it set the tone for a mature democracy that sees the full participation of the people of the Turks and Caicos Islands.
Debates serve their purpose
All told the debates were powerful and presidential in effect. Oswald Skippings and Sharlene Cartwright-Robinson were excellent. I do believe that the PNP leader Rufus Ewing was significantly challenged when the PDM leader placed to him the point that he ought have sleepless nights for the hospital deal and the burden he placed on the people. He must also answer the bank account matter and the allegation that he was signatory to two bank accounts in Jamaica. These points, in fairness to Rufus Ewing and the electorate, must be answered. He cannot just brush them aside because their substance and effect on the future of these islands are deep and far reaching. Skippings did well to sit throughout and simply field attacks. It does beg the question of relevance at the debates whether bringing up being declared unfit for public office in 1986 after winning 11 seats to two, becoming Chief Minister after the declaration and being elected Minister of Tourism three times since. Some 24 years later the issue is dead, the electorate spoke to it three times and quite convincingly. Indeed it may be seen as the lowest moment of the debate because of its age whilst ignoring the far reaching and compelling revelations coming out of the Robin Auld Commission three years ago, with hundreds of millions of dollars at issue, the unexplained $235 million health care deal etc. Debates of this nature are good for the islands and the electorate is learning quite a bit as a result.
The world watched
I am of the opinion that the national debate for the TCI is unprecedented and new for the region. It gives the citizens public participation and the ability to input as points arrive. Facing the TCI today is the need to control healthcare spending and it is no doubt the single most important issue in this election. The public does need answers on the Provo Stevedoring deal, the projected $2.5
billion hospital infrastructure transaction, the dredging at Leeward, labour, jobs and employment. We do need to know why the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) sat by and aided the last PNP government in selling off Joe Grant's Cay, 1,500 acres on Salt Cay including 200 acres on the water for a $1 an acre and selling off the 2,500 acres on Middle Caicos. We also need to know why the FCO, the Governor's Office played dead when the former Premier Mike Misick altered the terms of reference to allow the dredging of the Leeward Channel at Star Island to cause billions of dollars in environmental damage to the sands on Grace Bay, the mangrove system on North Caicos, Water Cay, Middle Caicos, Pine Cay and Parrot Cay. Rufus Ewing as leader of the PNP certainly fell flat when it was put to him that he singlehanded hurt the TCI economy when he negotiated the hospital deal. He does have to supply answers on the so called bank accounts in Jamaica. These allegations are serious and they cannot be ignored. The debates in the TCI must be a sign of the future when the public will insist on them to get our democracy back. Sharlene Cartwright was brilliant, Oswald Skippings emerged an experienced personality, calm, cool, confident and prepared not to rump around the stage. After a generation in public life he was the voice of experience needed in the room. Voters are engaged and the world watched.
Still looking for answers
On poise, looking good, humour, sartorial elegance one must give the debate to Harold Charles and the PPP. On substance the Hon. Oswald Skippings and Sharlene Cartwright Robinson were clearly in command of the issues. There were many answers about how the last PNP government destroyed the TCI that were needed that were not forthcoming. The PNP as a party and a group who are trying to form the next government have a lot to answer for but are not doing so. They are passing the buck and cannot be trusted. They are protecting and covering up. Skippings and Cartwright of the PDMhave shown that they are in control of the issues and debate and that the issues are not in control of them. Voters are left yet looking for answers on why we are paying for NHIP, why we are paying for VAT and why our lands and birthright were sold for cents on the dollar.
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Taxpayers’ dollars accounted for in audit report BY VANESSA NARINE THE debacle surrounding the shortcomings of the former administration continued with the release of new details accounting for taxpayers’ dollars in the long awaited Turks and Caicos audit report. The audit report on the financial statements of the government of the Turks and Caicos Islands covered the years ending March 31, 2008, March 31, 2009, March 31, 2010 and March 31, 2011. ACCURATE ACCOUNT Governor Ric Todd, commenting on the report published on Tuesday, stressed that it “accurately assesses” how taxpayer’s money was spent over the last two and a half years of the last elected government and the first 18 months of the interim administration. He said, “The most important message from the report is that the financial management and systems of the Turks and Caicos Islands have improved beyond all recognition in recent times. “Effectively we have spent the past two years clearing the outstanding expenditures of the previous period, and then implementing reforms to prevent these excesses occurring again.” According to him, the report will be of tremendous value to the incoming elected government, providing them with timely and accurate financial information that will allow them to make their spending plans on the “strongest possible” basis. Addressing the delay in getting the report out, Todd said, “The reasons for the delay in this report were undoubtedly the disordered state of the public finances inherited from the previous elected government. “I appreciate that these financial statements are being issued during an election campaign, but this is the first time that they have been made available to me and I do not wish to withhold the information any longer than necessary.” A statement from the Governor’s office said, “The report demonstrates TCIG's improved financial position from an overall cash position of $5.7m in 2007/2008 to $19.9m in 2010/2011, despite decreases in revenues in 2009/2010 due to losses in the real estate and customs sectors. “These decreases were compensated for by positive reductions in discretionary expenditures mostly associated with the former Premier’s office detailed in the report: hosting and entertainment, security, rental of buildings, subventions and other expenses.” NO OPINION Mentioned early on in the report is the fact that during the past years the Audit Office was faced with the challenge of not having full access to the office building due to damages sustained after Hurricane Ike. On that note, the Audit Office, according to the report, was unable to express an opinion as to whether these financial statements are presented
fairly in accordance with the International Public Sector Auditing Standards, because: • Serious weaknesses were identified within the accounting system along with serious deficiencies in the financial controls and preparation of records. • Reconciliations were not performed for a number of accounts. There were serious issues with completing bank reconciliations for the main bank account for all four financial years. • Limitation in scope due to the Audit Office not being able to access information from the accounting system to verify certain expenditure. • Expenditure was incurred in excess without statutory authorisation for the years ended March 31, 2008, and March 31, 2011; and • A limitation in the scope of the audit due to the lack of evidence relating to the opening balances of advance and deposit accounts, the non-submission of the Statement of Arrears and the Statement of Unallocated Stores, as well as, incomplete reporting of the government liabilities in the Statement of Contingent and Material Liabilities. DETAILS The Audit Office listed several issues of concerns ranging from public debt to fraud. One major concern pointed out was regarding public debt information. The report said, “We noted that public debt information from the Accountant General’s dept, and Department of Economic Planning and Statistics (DEPS) during the period audited were incomplete and inaccurate. “Principal and interest payments were not properly classified, and supporting schedules did not
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agree with the information on the accounting system; however there has been improvement in the number of misclassifications found over the four year financial period.” The report also found that for the years being audited, a reserve fund, contrary to the policy, was retained in the consolidated fund bank account, and not in a separate bank account. The continual ability of the government to incur expenditure in excess of what was approved was also cited as a long-standing issue, and was described as “a serious disregard to transparency and public accountability”. Poor management and monitoring of the capital development programme wereother shortcomings cited. The report noted too that there were a number of “structural and systemic issues” within the Treasury, which needed to be resolved. The Audit Office’s report also identified a number of accounting issues, such as the lack of consolidated accounts; incomplete reporting of government liabilities – capital and financial commitments. The report said, “There are no mechanisms in place to measure departments/ministries’ performance against their respective objectives. “Without performance
measurements, it is difficult to ascertain if they are delivering the required services efficiently and effectively, and that TCIG is receiving best value for money.” It added too that previous audit reports have drawn attention to the insufficient standard of monitoring and control of arrears in revenue. The report said, “The Statement of Unallocated Stores has not been submitted for audit since 2001/02, and has therefore been excluded from the scope of the audit certificate for this period.” Internal controls within the Accountant General’s department were deemed inadequate. The report said, “Internal control weaknesses identified include weak oversight over the activities of the department, roles and responsibilities are not clearly defined and lack of policies and procedures. “Internal controls within the sub treasuries around the islands must also be evaluated by the Accountant General. “Robust and effective internal controls are essential to protect government assets. Well-designed controls that operate effectively increase the reliability of accounting data.” On the touchy issue of fraud, the report found that the procedures for dealing with alleged or suspected fraud were weak. RECOMMENDATIONS After underlining the shortcomings, the Audit Office’s report made recommendations to enforce the necessary reforms. According to the report: • All legal requirements should be satisfied over the control and authorisation of public expenditure. • Accounting officers should be held personally liable for excess expenditure. • Procedures should be in place to
limit the use of the ‘funds exception’ screen in the accounting system. • Closer monitoring of the Development Fund against the recurrent budget is required; a cap should be placed on Cabinet’s ability to approve projects; projects need to be properly costed - budgets should be prepared more realistically and accurately; funds mechanism in smart-stream should be used; and regular review of projects accounts is needed. • Appropriate legislation should be developed to protect whistleblowers; policies and procedures for handling, responding, investigating, reporting and disclosing information should be established. • The Reserve Fund should be held in a separate bank account; all disbursements should be in accordance with policy requirements; transfers from other funds into the Reserve Fund should be prohibited. • The Treasury Department should take steps to re-impose structured financial systems and reporting. • Bank reconciliations should be performed regularly and significant potential liabilities should be identified, quantified, and disclosed in TCIG’s Statement of Contingent and Material Liabilities. • Financial management reform initiatives should be considered and pursued. Departments/ ministries should report on their performance when submitting future budget requests. • Procedures for monitoring, controlling and reporting revenue in arrears should be established by all revenue collecting departments/ministries The underlying theme of the report was ‘Towards Greater Accountability’.
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Former PNP administration spent $3.5m on ‘special advisors’ BY VANESSA NARINE THE Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI) audit report, published on Tuesday, revealed that the former Progressive National Party (PNP) administration spent some $3.5m on special advisors between 2007 and 2009. The names of some 56 individuals were listed as special advisors performing functions that ranged from personal assistant to the former Premier, Mike Misick, to Chaplin. The salaries were also listed in the report. According to the Audit Report and financial statements of TCIG for the periods ending March 31, 2008, to March 31, 2011, the analytical review of the expenditure programmes highlighted a number of issues of concern. The report said, “In 2007/2008 the total spent was $1,438,478, an 84 per cent increase from 2006/07 amount of $781,011. “There was a further increase of 34 per cent in 2008/2009 to $1,929,416 when compared to 2007/2008. “For the period April 2009 to August 2009 total cost was
$494,358. “We (the Audit Office) were not able to obtain full disclosure of the positions held by a few of
the persons paid from this account.” According to the report, these positions were discontinued in August 2009, following the suspension of the Constitution and the beginning of Interim Administration’s rule.
Boyle to act as Deputy Governor’s advisor BY VANESSA NARINE THE end of the interim administration’s rule will not only see a return to elected government, but also changes
with the functions of top British officials. One function under the limelight is that of the Turks and Caicos Islands Government (TCIG) Chief
Executive, Patrick Boyle, who will continue as the advisor to the Deputy Governor Anya Williams. According to the Governor’s spokesman, Neil
Smith, Boyle will assist Williams with seeing through the continuing reforms to the structure, capabilities and performance of the civil service. The cost of retaining Boyle will be covered by the United Kingdom (UK). On the issue of the serving British advisors, Smith said they will continue working until they complete their assignments, which they are working on together with the Permanent Secretaries and other TCIG personnel within the civil service. Smith said, “Ministers have no authority or direction over the work of the advisers. “Advisers work under the authority of the Deputy Governor, relevant Permanent Secretary or Chief Financial Officer (CFO).” He pointed out too that the presence of advisors is nothing new, since ‘Special Advisors’ worked under previous governments. Smith said, “What we have now, and admittedly confusingly, are referred to as advisors but are people provided by the UK government to offer technical assistance to their
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counterparts here in Treasury, Customs and Immigration for example. “They are normally UK civil servants or ex-public servants. These are paid for by the UK, either Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) or Department for International Development
(DFID). “If anyone is paid for locally, such as the Chief Engineer, this is reclaimed from the UK.” He added too that while some of the Governor’s running costs are met by TCIG, his salary is paid by the UK.
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A series that seeks to act as a medium for the people of the Turks and Caicos Islands to engage prominent personalities on current issues, including politics, development and the environment, among others affecting the nation.
A sit down with Governor Ric Todd T
HE rule of the interim administration is coming to an end with elections less than two weeks away, and the Turks and Caicos Islands is at an important crossroads in its history. The pressing question is,what direction will the nation take going forward? This week Governor Ric Todd sat down with the Weekly News to address some important issues, in particular TCI’s engagement with the British on November 10.
1. What are your thoughts on the new constitution?
“The point to make about the constitution is that first, it was the result of a long period of consultation, cross island consultation, lots of public meeting and debates. “There was a draft and it was looked at again in London by a group of civil and political leaders, including the two then-leaders of the two major political parties. The result was the new constitution. “The new constitution in some sense is a compromise, which I guess all constitutions are. “What it is, is it tries to balance things. It sets out individuals’ rights and powers; powers of the legislative assembly, the powers of the government, the powers of the Governor and powers of institutions, like the Human Rights Commission and the Integrity Commission. “All of these taken together give you the framework in which people work as partners for the good of the Turks and Caicos Islands.” 2. What is the state of the TCI now?
“Now as we have passed the new constitution the reality of the TCI has changed. “We have passed new laws, the public sector is stronger and better and the economy is stronger… we have repeated signs of investor confidence…all these thing show that we can be optimistic about the future.” 3. What are your thoughts on the nation’s debt and the loan guarantee?
“The loan guarantee will be in place until 2016 and it is up to TCI Government to roll over that loan, to service it…whether that happens or not the TCI will still have debt. “These debts were built up in
2003 to 2009 and the deficits that the government has run were the result of the bills left over from that past and the economic catastrophe that hit the TCI as a result of misgovernment.”
“The objection comes because of the story put out there that we are promoting homosexuality, that we are legalising homosexuality, which we aren’t, that we are promoting gay marriage when we are not.”
4. Have the reforms achieved their objective?
8. Respond to the perception that people see your approach as being ‘my way or the highway’.
“The objective of the reform was to strengthen the system. “If you think about it in terms of the eight milestones, they were taken together to be a comprehensive reform programme for the TCI, to make it equipped to deal with the future and avoid past problems….in terms of government achievement it is pretty impressive. “While people are right to criticise the things the TCIG gets wrong, the reforms we have accomplished are pretty impressive.” 5. What are some of TCIG’s failures in your view?
“I think the things which frustrate people are first that administration has been slow, which is true, and second, coordination among ministries is not as strong as it should be and thirdly is the issue of not having the law enforced in terms of ensuring compliance. “These are areas where the TCIG needs to work and also, if you think about it, TCIG has come a long way…all of it designed to improve the delivery of services.” 6. What was the most significant piece of legislation passed by the interim administration?
“I think the most significant laws passed were the ones that dealt with the recommendations of the Robin Auld report. “The issues of citizenship, Crown land, public service and standards in public life; these are things that people want.” 7. The major criticism has been that the interim administration has disregarded the views of the people. What is your response to this?
“Many of the objections are because of misunderstandings. “On the Equality Bill, for example, the constitution says that people have rights…what is more discrediting is that you have rights in the constitution, but no framework to enforce them, that is what the Equality Bill does.
“I think in some ways it is about misunderstanding and in some ways it is a bit political, in the sense that since 2009 the interim administration has been the government and in any country, especially one going through difficult times, people would want things to be done differently and people will blame the government, which is understandable. “But my agenda has always been exactly what is set out in my inauguration speech, which is meet the milestones, have elections and deliver honest and effective government…everything that I have done has been to meet those objectives.” 9. Describe the rule of the interim administration over the last three years?
“I think the way to look at it is to pause and reflect on where we were in 2009 and where we are now. “That change is what we have achieved when we took over when the country was bankrupt and the economy fell off a cliff, partly due to hurricane Ike and the global recession, but considerably due to the behaviour of the previous government. “Since then it has been very difficult process of rebuilding; the economy, the public sector, we have put in place a framework of laws, the constitution and mechanisms to deliver what people want, which is honest government, a chance to live freely and prosperously and have their rights respected….there are many reasons for the TCI to be optimistic.” 10. What is the United Kingdom’s position on the TCI becoming independent?
“If the TCI ever wanted to become independent, it is entirely up to the people.” 11. What will your engagement with an elected government be
like?
“I have been asked what a new government will be able to do, what will their powers be, and the answer is it will be exactly what the constitution says it will be, it is what the law says it will be…I think that the government, the legislative assembly and the Governor has to work together, this is the message of the constitution. “I see my job as working with the elected government to get the things we all want…to be economically prosperous, have sustainable
growth and deliver effective public service….we have a shared objective. “We can disagree on exactly what means you pursue to get to those ends…it is perfectly possible for decent, intelligent and honourable people to come to the same conclusion from different means based on the same evidence…what needs to happen is that people have to respect different points of view and ultimately accept the majority view. “I think we can all work together.”
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To the TCI people Dear Editor, My brothers and sisters of the Anglican family, I take this opportunity to greet you all in the name of the risen and ascended Lord. In the Turks and Caicos Islands general elections are approaching. I wish to congratulate the Governor and his team, as well as the entire machinery that brought us to this point. This season affects all of us, and should be the concern of every citizen and resident, because its outcome has direct bearing on the quality of life and on the availability of opportunity in the country. Given what has happened in the last few years, general elections represent a pivotal step in the ongoing journey of these islands. The elections, in themselves, will not accomplish the ultimate goal immediately, ie, full autonomy of local leadership, however they are a necessary step in the right direction. The Bible speaks to us on this matter in a well-known story. Jesus is asked whether it is lawful to pay taxes to the Emperor or not. He responds with his timeless utterance: “Render to Caesar the things that are Caesar’s, and to God
the things that are God’s (Mark 12:17)”. This was not simply a response to the particular question about whether or not taxes should be paid. Of course, Jesus’ advice was: “You should pay taxes!” It is also regarded as Jesus teaching that his followers should hold due regard for, and apply themselves to, spiritual and temporal (civic and national) things. The Anglican church has always taught her members to believe and to practice this. As the Bishop of the Anglican Diocese, as your Chief Pastor and spiritual friend, I therefore call on all Turks and Caicos Islanders to exercise their true stewardship of the gifts, rights and opportunities that God has given by doing the following: Ask questions. Read. Listen. Acquaint yourself with the issues. Standing on this foundation, prayerfully draw your own conclusions about what is happening in your country. Each one of us has a right to our own opinions. Human beings have different capacities for, and interest in, national issues (as would be the case
with any other sphere of life). However, we have a responsibility to be aware, to make a responsible assessment for ourselves, and to have some hope for, and vision of, what we want for this country. Contribute sensibly and positivelyto discussions that you may come across on politics, on issues and on the season. Concentrate on what builds up rather than on what is destructive. Discuss issues rather than personalities. Register! Register! Register! If you are 18 years of age or older you should always register to vote. The register is now closed, therefore if you have not already registered, you will not be able to vote on November 9. However please register as a voter at the next available opportunity. This is a part of the privilege of reaching the legal age and of being a young adult. It is also a part of your national responsibility. Vote! Vote! Vote! On election day make sure that you vote. Your voice is important in the national chorus. Some people may argue that they
Open letter to the Director of Planning Dear Sir, I am writing to you to express my profound concern over the proposed creation of the obscenity that is the Dolphin Cove Project. In this day and age with the knowledge and experience we have regarding captive marine mammals and their inability to breed or live healthy lives (and the trauma caused to pods by separation of family members during capture), I find it incredible that anyone would propose such a project and even more incredible that a government department would even consider giving such a proposal the go ahead. These islands are made famous the world over thanks to Jojo the dolphin (a WILD dolphin) and Rocky, Missy and Silver, three dolphins rescued from captivity and released here in the Turks and Caicos Islands. How obscene and ironic that years later we are considering turning
these islands into a place of captivity for dolphins. I have had the good fortune to work and play in the waters of TCI for the last 17 years and myself and my guests have, on an almost daily basis, had the great pleasure of encountering not only Jojo, but also wild pods of dolphins whilst swimming, snorkelling and scuba diving. I cannot think of one single person out of the countless numbers who have come out on the water with me throughout those years who would find the idea of a captive dolphin programme anything less than truly repulsive. I would also like to recommend you contact or at least read the writings of and view the films made by Mr RicO'Barry before giving the green light to this project. Mr O’Barry was the man who captured and trained ‘Flipper’ the
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dolphin who became the star of the hit TV show ‘Flipper’ in the 1960s. This is a man haunted by regret who has dedicated the rest of his life to the protection of wild dolphins and the freeing of captive dolphins. The only winners if this project goes ahead will be those building the aquarium/prison and those running it, who are almost certainly outsiders who have little if any regard for the islands or islanders. Our reputation on the world stage will suffer greatly and the story and persona of Jojo, an icon in the TCI, will be nothing more than a mockery and a farce. It is with the greatest respect to you and your department that I urge you to stamp this proposal with a huge, bold and red inked DENIED! Sincerely, Paul S.Roach, Blue Hills
only have one vote and that that one vote is not important. I disagree. Elections are decided by the sum total of many one votes. Therefore, your one vote is vital to the overall process. If enough ‘one votes’ stay home, we end up with poorer voter turnout and with a less than accurate representation of the views of the majority, that is, of the consensus of our nation. Let your decisions and behaviour result from an honest look at the issues rather than from what someone paid you or promised to you. Too often in our electioneering, money, goods and favours influence voter choice. Some people are simply not interested in or inclined toward being involved in the nuts and bolts of the political process, and that is fine. However, I encourage lay persons who are so inclined: -to be involved in political parties -to be involved in local branch activities -to get involved in planning, organising, campaigning, working the polls on election day, and all other related activities. Some people say that a Christian should not be involved in these kinds of things. However, I disagree. If Christians are not involved in this process, how will the Gospel be able to influence the process? How can we expect to help to bring morals, ethics, right behaviours, right procedure and an elevated standard if we absent ourselves. The Gospel cannot influence the society unless Christ’s followers seek to Christianise their environment by taking Christ into the highways and byways. The problem is that often some of us who claim to follow Christ do not take his values with us everywhere we go. We have one behaviour for Sunday, or for when we are attending church-centred activities, or for when certain persons are watching, and another behaviour for elsewhere. Shame on us! I also call on Anglicans, and on citizens in general, to look honestly at our beloved Turks and Caicos Islands. This is a wonderful place to live. We have our challenges like any other country, but we are blessed and fortunate in so many ways. We face many issues that are not the fault of the Governor or of any one political party. They are simply issues in our reality. These same issues do not call for a petty, partisan, or mud-slinging approach, but for a sustained and continuous national effort by the leaders (the majority party and the opposition) of the Turks and Caicos Islands, their agents and agencies, in collaboration with, and supported by,
the people. Sometimes, elected officials or even parties style themselves as undoing what the opposition party or what their predecessors in office have done, rather than seeking to collaborate on a sustained, broader and seamless vision for the real wellbeing and advancement of a country. It takes immense political will and political maturity on the part of all concerned to rise above party and to think country. Too often political leaders or political parties have not displayed enough of this maturity. It is of particular importance when we think of a number of critical issues that we now face, and for which there are no simple solutions. I trust that, whatever the outcome of the general elections, a nonpartisan spirit of unanimity and working across party lines for the long-term good of country would prevail and be evident for all to see. Conclusion Simply and sincerely, this is a call for ALL citizens and residents of the Turks and Caicos Islands to pull together and to move forward. There are many long-term goals which can only be accomplished by taking individual and pivotal steps – like holding the general elections. Let us have fair, peaceful, smoothrunning, respectful, cooperative elections, with a full turn-out of voters. Many persons have been lamenting the interim status of the country over the last few years. Many have complained about a variety of issues – some of which complaints have been legitimate, and some not. However, all of that is behind us. Let us move forward. My challenge is to the Governor and his team, the voters’registration mechanism, the leadership and members of all political parties, the independent candidates, the election workers and to citizens in general: make this election everything that it can be. Please be assured of my love, support, prayers and best wishes. Remember that there are many, many priorities that call us to have a wider, non-partisan view of national well-being, and to have a vision of our country’s future that is not principally party-centred. Keep Christ in the campaign by saying and doing what Jesus would do. Please join me in praying for safe and high-quality National General Elections. Yours in Christ, The Right ReverendLaish Boyd Sr. Bishop of the Anglican Diocese of the Bahamas and the TCI
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Misick’s endorsement good and bad, Ewing THE embattled former Premier, Mike Misick, earlier this month made public a lengthy statement in a bid to secure support for the Progressive National Party (PNP) to
win re-election. In an invited comment, PNP leader, Dr. Rufus Ewing, told the Weekly News that Misick’s comments were both good and bad.
Bad policy, weak economy
Dear Editor, Going into the next election the voters of the TCI and being told by the British government and the former PNP government to guarantee and underwrite mountains in debt caused by inaction, theft of public funds and the acquiescence of those concerned. The leaked FCO cable shows that the Governor and his interim administration are not focused on improving the TCI economy. They seem more interested in paying down a government debt in an unrealistic timeframe. We cannot forget that this debt was allowed by the FCO on its watch and under its blessings. They supported the PNP government every step of the way in bringing the healthcare deal to the House of Assembly, worked with them in designing the debt profile, and are now sucking
every ounce of extra money from the people. All who live in the TCI agree that we cannot afford NHIP and VAT. If the Governor had listened to business community he would have heeded the advice to attract greater investment to the islands, creating a more diverse economy. Instead the interim government reduced efforts to attract investment, stood by the indefensible healthcare deal and is now supporting projects that are non-starters from the beginning. The 28 floor hotel and the dredging at Leeward are two of them of them. This Governor needs to be recalled because his idea of bad policy and bad advice cannot fit into the paradigm of policy making under the newly elected government. Patti Forbes
He said, “There are some people who think he ought not to say anything and because of that may not support the party. But there are those who he appeals to.” When asked if Misick’s comments could hurt the PNP’s campaign, Ewing was optimistic that it would not have significant impact. Ewing said, “I am the captain of the ship and I will conduct the business of the party that is in line with my principles. “People will say many things, if it is good advice that is constructive I will listen.” Misick’s statements saw him towing the party line, using slogans that have been introduced under the party’s ‘Dawn of a New Day’ campaign and used in recent public meetings and rallies – the newest slogan being ‘Touchdown’. Interpol, in March, issued an arrest warrant for the former Premier of the Turks and Caicos Islands, Mr. Michael Misick, who has since sought political asylum in an unnamed country.(VANESSA NARINE)
LEADER of the Progressive National Party (PNP), Dr. Rufus Ewing, on Tuesday, called for civility to prevail in the elections process. He said, “As the election draws even closer, we must as brothers and sisters, make every effort to uphold the principles of respect, civility and love for each other in the days ahead. “The charge of all political parties and their supporters towards the goal of once again achieving a democratically elected government, is fueled by
In the works By David Tapfer schools? Instead, you got CARIFTA games for two weeks. As Middle Caicos representative, he brought development to Middle Caicos: the police station turned into a DC office and a monument called the Premiers office, now a tomb of a
PNP leader, Dr. Rufus Ewing
Outcomes of special audit released THE 42-page Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI) audit report, published on Tuesday, contained the outcomes of several special audits conducted since the suspension of the Constitution in 2009. According to the Audit Office’s report, the special audits were conducted across sectors. The report said, “The purpose of a special report is to bring matters of significance to the attention of the legislature in a timely manner.” According to the report, the opinion in the Disaster Management and Emergencies’ October 2007 special audit was that improvements needed to be made. The same was with the special audits in April 2009 on Mechanical Workshop, in July 2010 on Judicial Revenue and in
March 2011 on the Department on Rod Safety. The opinion in the special audits in March 2008 on the Management of Crown Land was unsatisfactory, as in March 2009 on Management of Human Resources, as well in November 2009 on Rental of Building and Rental of Government Property and in April 2010 on Establishment and Operations of Constituency Offices. Special audits in the areas of Waste Management, Fixed Assets Management, Travel Administration and Special Scholarships Fund are currently in progress. The audit report on the financial statements of the government of the TCI covered the years ended 31st March 2008, 31st March 2009, 31st March 2010 and 31st March 2011. (VANESSA NARINE)
PNP leader calls for civility in the election process
COMMENTARY
One of most interesting polls taken recently in the USA was by a TV station that stopped citizens on a street corner and asked them the current US Vice Presidents name. Almost none knew it was Joe Biden. I wonder who in the TCI knows who the Minister of Works was since 2004. Give up? It was Jeffrey Hall. The causeway built late under this ministry was an obvious mess. How about the control of electrical prices that also falls under “Works” did your power bill go down or up? Then how about new
Former Premier Mike Misick
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building. It matches nearby Royal Reef and Dellis Cay. At least we got roads you say; problem is they were ordered but not paid for, were years late and now we are taxed to death to pay for them. That Lincoln Navigator looked good and so did the Provo van, before Miss Haiti 2006 knocked it! Perhaps we should not zero in on Jeffrey because he was but a symptom of a much larger problem. The entire PNP from Rufus, Royal, brother Washington, nephew Donahue then down to Junior Minister Wayne supported Mike and his ways and now Mike says “you still love me, vote for these, my people.” They rolled in it and
passions no lesser nor greater for one group than it is for the others. “The recognition is sobering however, that with the setting of the sun on November 9, we will all be required to turn toward our brothers and sisters once again as we begin our work together to rebuild our country as one united Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI). “Myself included and all others marching across the threshold of the political stage, as must all of our
supporters both visible or unseen, both known or unknown, both declared or undeclared, need all remember to temper our arguments, and seek to constructively contribute to the discussions of the day in a manner that promotes for a peaceful, productive and proud future for our Turks and Caicos Islands.” Ewing stressed that the upcoming elections is an opportunity to move forward united in the interest of a “new” TCI.
now many of them from Floyd Hall to Sam Been will be the first group to answer for it. Who will be in group two and three unless they get independence? Now a niece claims a Grand Turk birthright but was born USA and proudly voted for Obama. Nothing has changed! The new day is not dawning and the sun must set on an entire era and an entire party. The promise was there but the failures are everywhere and we will now pay through the nose for the next 25 years. Where is the last real minister of works? Sam Harvey started Half a Creek and Jeff killed it. The barge, D8 dozer, and all that paving equipment has been damaged or destroyed from abuse, disuse and misuse. This alone has set Middle Caicos back another 25 years. Sam designed a concrete bridge and it was built of dirt and plastic. Sam has been waiting to take on PPC now Fortis.
The port built at the Dellis end of North Caicos on private land. Dredging required forever to keep it open and Westley wants to dig sand at Juniper Hole! TCI Bank bankrupt in three years with the peoples millions lost, is this what we called management? We need now to go back to work and progress will return. Real progress takes real work. We have lost 10 long years, and put ourselves another 25 years behind trying to finance PNP bills and Ewing-care. Follow the trail of Desiree and the minister who designed passports for pets then ask yourself how many teachers, nurses and doctors did we educate in the last 9 years? What we need now is a whole lot of Blue with perhaps only a dab of yellow then just maybe we can mix up some green!
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fitness Tip
Weight training for children A generation ago, we did not see kids in the gym ‘pushing weights’. It is now commonplace. There are two major factors that have brought this about: one positive and one still subject to debate. As sports science has advanced, an understanding of strength training in children has improved. The points of concern are the growth centers in children's bones are weaker than mature bones and because of some differences in metabolism in children; their tolerance to weight training is lower than in adults. With proper instruction and a few modifications, children can benefit from the contribution of strength training makes to overall health. However, the stimulus behind embarking on a strength program must be carefully considered. Often the youth subscribes to strength
Sweet and Spicy Green Beans
The flavors of this side dish are intense! It is great as a starter to an Asian menu, or as a significant addition to a light stir-fry meal. Ingredients • 3/4 pound fresh green beans, trimmed • 2 tablespoons soy sauce • 1 clove garlic, minced • 1 teaspoon garlic chili sauce • 1 teaspoon honey • 2 teaspoons canola oil Directions 1. Arrange a steamer basket in a pot over boiling water, and steam the green beans 3 to 4 minutes. 2. In a bowl, mix the soy sauce, garlic, garlic chili sauce, and honey. 3. Heat the canola oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the green beans, and fry for 3 to 5 minutes. Pour in the soy sauce mixture. Continue cooking and stirring 2 minutes, or until the liquid is nearly evaporated. 4. Serve immediately.
Orthopaedic Surgeon and Sports Medicine physician Dr. Joe LeMoine
training due to the push, be it by coaches, by competition or parents to excel in a single sport. Children are not professional athletes and need not simulate them. Strength training can be beneficial, but should be considered as part of a balanced exercise program. It contributes to improved body composition, decreased lipids, increased bone density, improved strength and self-esteem. By mixing sports and exercise there is accelerated athletic development. Furthermore generalized aerobic (cardio) condition should be considered a first priority in improving performance, preventing injury and promoting health. If strength training is being considered, here are a few guidelines: Warm up: A 10-15 minute warm up period
of aerobic exercise before strength training will improve your weight session. Frequency: A strengthening program should be part of a mixture of athletic endeavours. There should adequate time between sessions to allow the tissues to recover and prevent overuse injury. Two to three times per week is sufficient. Avoid overuse to prevent injury. While overuse in adults often leads to tendonitis, in youth it can lead to growth plate injury or damage. Supervision: Improper technique can lead to injury either immediately or through repetition. Overuse should be discouraged. A qualified trainer should be considered to ensure a safe and positive introduction to strength training. Non-competitive training: Strength training in children is designed to improve health, fitness and athletic performance. Overcharged weights put the child at greater risk for injury.
Competition, either informal or formal, such as power lift contests and bodybuilding should be discouraged.
through full range of motion.
Variability: Training should not concentrate on one muscle group. Be sure to workout all the muscle groups and
Adjustments (OSD) If the child or teen has any preexisting medical problems, consulting with a physician should be sought. There are some conditions that occur frequently in young athletes, such as patellar femoral syndrome and Osgoode Shlatters disease that do not preclude strength training. Theses conditions should be discussed with your doctor and trainer before starting. In conclusion, with proper preparation and modifications, strength training can be an enjoyable activity for children and adolescents leading to improved health, fitness and athletic performance.
Research indicates that green beans are beneficial in the prevention of: heart disease, stroke, cancer, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, and eye disease. As always, it is an honour to
always give thanks to God for understanding. This week, I share with you words from, Warren G. Bennis, who said, “Leadership is the capacity to translate vision into reality.”
Weights and reps adaptations: Light weights should be used first to ensure proper form. Once technique is adequate, progressive weights can be used. Adults will often use low reps between three and six for maximizing power and bulk. Children should use a weight that can be lifted, with good technique, for 10 to 15 reps.
health Tip
The ‘Blue Collar’ vegetable Many consider Green Beans a vegetable, more than a protein. Actually, they are both. However, green beans are often taken for granted. Most articles over the years focus on an array of vegetables, often times some exotic greens, leaving green beans to be cast in practically every supporting cast. Green beans are undoubtedly the ‘blue collar’ vegetable of our gardens. Green beans grow in subtropical and tropical climates. Green beans expected time of harvest, depending on the variety, is 57 days. Green beans are also warm climate vegetables, they
By Phillip Simmons generally grow best between May and October. Green beans are available in supermarkets all year round. Green beans, like other beans, are a good source of Vitamins, A, C, K, protein, folic acid, thiamine, riboflavin, calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, zinc, manganese, sodium, potassium, fiber, lutein, and carotene-B.
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How does your garden grow
ASK TAMIKA
YOUR DIET
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.
Growing bananas Bananas are herbaceous plants. There are two species of banana, Musa acuminata and M. balbisiana , and most banana cultivars are hybrids of these species. Banana cultivars vary greatly in plant and fruit size, plant morphology, fruit quality, and disease and insect resistance. Most bananas have a sweet flavor when ripe; exceptions to this are cooking bananas and plantains. Plantains are hybrid bananas, are always cooked before consumption, and are higher in starch than bananas. The two groups of plantains, French and Horn, produce fewer fruit per plant than sweet bananas. The banana and plantain are native to Southeast Asia, where they have been cultivated for thousands of years. Bananas are eaten fresh and used in salads, desserts, breads, and candy. Bananas are a good source of ascorbic acid (Vitamin C), Vitamin B, and potassium. Banana plants may also be used in the home landscape for ornamental purposes. The range in plant sizes and color and fruit shapes add a tropical atmosphere to the yard. In addition, trees may be used as sun. Banana is a fast-growing plant consisting of one or more pseudostems (upright, trunk-like structures) formed by tightly packed concentric layers of leaf sheaths, an underground rhizome, and a fibrous root system. The banana flowering stalk emerges from the center of the pseudostem 10 to 18 months after planting; by this time 26 to 32 leaves have been produced. The process of banana flowering is called shooting. The flowers appear spirally along the axis of the inflorescence in groups of 10 to 20, covered by purplish-togreenish fleshy bracts that shed as flowering development progresses. The first flowers to emerge are functionally female. In the edible
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cultivars, the rapidly growing ovaries develop parthenocarpically (without pollination) into clusters of fruits, called "hands." The fruit is a berry. The last flowers to emerge are functionally male. Wind is a common constraint in the Islands, continuously windy weather may cause severe leaf, drying of the leaves, and plant crown distortion. Winds above 25 mph and 45 mph may cause tall and short banana cultivars (respectively) to topple. Temperature and soil moisture are the most important factors in banana production. Lack of water at anytime may cause a reduction in fruit number and size and ultimate crop yield. Symptoms of drought
stress include folding of the leaves, pale green to yellow leaf color development, and premature leaf death. Severe drought stress may cause choking and pseudostem collapse. Banana plants are not flood tolerant. In general, plants may survive 24 to 48 hours of flooding caused by moving water. Banana plants do not grow or fruit well in saline soils. Symptoms of salt damage include yellowing and death of the leaf margins and thin, deformed fruit. Planting banana should be in holes large as 3 feet wide by 2 feet deep if possible. Addition and mixing with the native soil of completely composted organic matter or a sandpeat moss mixture may be desirable.
What is Celiac Disease? Celiac Disease is a genetically linked disease that affects the small intestines of millions of people worldwide. Yet, it often goes undiagnosed as persons quietly deal with the many symptoms. Celiac Disease is usually present from birth but may lie dormant until it is triggered by either an environmental, emotional, physical or dietary stressor. Once it is triggered, it elicits an immune response hence it is sometimes considered an autoimmune disease. The body’s defense system (known as antibodies) attacks the lining of the small intestines making it smooth and unable to absorb many nutrients from the food we eat. T he damage to the small intestines is very slow to develop but, there are many negative health implications. Some of the more common symptoms are listed below; however, the symptoms may vary from one person to another. Symptoms • Abdominal cramping • Constipation • Diarrhea
• Anemia • Weight loss • fatigue
Dietary Restrictions Persons who have Celiac Disease cannot tolerate a group of proteins known as gluten. Gluten is the name for a group of storage proteins in many grains mainly wheat, rye, barley and oats. Well, it is clear how eating can be a major challenge for someone who has Celiac Disease because wheat is present in many types of foods. These dietary restrictions coupled with decreased nutrient absorption puts celiac patients at high risk for nutritional deficiencies. Nutrient Deficiencies • Calcium • Potassium • Fat & water soluble Vitamins
• Iron • Magnesium • Folic Acid
There is no cure for Celiac Disease, but one of the best treatment options for this condition is strict dietary control. Restricting those foods that are causing discomfort can alleviate some of the symptoms. However, I must caution that restricting your food intake is not something you want to attempt without professional help. If you feel you may have this condition, check with your Primary Care Doctor who may refer you to a Gastroenterologist for further testing and diagnosis. Once diagnosed, a Dietitian will help you design a food plan that will minimize your discomfort while ensuring you receive much needed nutrients. ‘Like’ my page, ACCU Medical Nutrition—Nutrition in Demand, on Facebook and receive up to date nutrition information. (Reference: Celiac Sprue Organization)
ACCU Medical Nutrition is based in Graceway IGA Plaza, Providenciales. Call 946 8308, 242 3978 or 442 3978.
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October 27 - November 2, 2012
Gov’t forces sale of Emerald Cay – Civil recovery team reclaims $8m in stamp duty GOVERNMENT coffers were boosted by more than $8 million this week following the forced the sale of Emerald Cay. Owners of the luxurious private island estate avoided paying the required stampduty during its sale in 2006 and racked up a multi-million dollar bill. In June 2011 the civil recovery team obtained a judgment against Emerald Cay Limited and Worldwide Commercial Properties Limited following the discovery of the lack of payment. It was subsequently quantified at just under $9.3m by the court earlier this year, with interest and costs. Since then the government has been seeking to enforce that judgment by forcing a sale of Emerald Cay. On Monday the property was sold and the government received the total sum of $8.13m by way of a cash payment. The payment brings to a conclusion one of the most significant cases of the government's civil recovery programme. Attorney General HuwShepheardsaid: “We are delighted that the judgment handed down earlier this year has been
satisfied. “Whilst obtaining judgments such as this is highly important and demonstrates the government's determination to deal with stamp duty evasion, the receipt of such a large sum represents another significant recovery to the benefit of the Islands. “It also represents another very good result for the civil recovery team and their on-going efforts” In accordance with the approach set out in the 2012/13 budget speech in May, this windfall receipt will be used to pay down TCIG debt. The civil recovery team, led by London law firm Edwards Wildman, was engaged in December 2009 following the recommendations of the Commission of Inquiry Report by Sir Robin Auld. To date, the team has recovered $15.5m in cash and nearly 2,500 acres of land for the government in more than 40 separate claims with more significant recoveries expected. The Emerald Cay payment follows the earlier summer settlement of the Salt Cay litigation with the return of a large part of that island to the government's hands and a payment of $7m in cash.
Constitution clear on environmental protection WITH another week passed and no decision on the proposal to dredge the Leeward channel, stakeholders continue to raise their concerns over the impacts of dredging on the environment. That said, the 2011 Constitution came into effect last Monday and is clear on the protection of the environment. Section 18 of the Constitution says, “The Legislature and the Government shall, in all their decisions, have due regard to the need to foster and protect an environment that is not harmful to the health or well-being of present and future generations, while promoting justifiable economic and social development. “To this end the Legislature and the Government should adopt reasonable legislative and other measures to protect the built heritage, the wildlife and the land and sea biodiversity of the Islands that— (a) limit pollution and ecological degradation; (b) promote conservation and
biodiversity; and (c) secure ecologically sustainable development and use of natural resources.” Last week, Governor Ric Todd, said the final say on the dredging the Leeward channel will be left up to the Planning Minster. Currently Todd is the Minister of Planning. Blue Haven Marina and Resort recently announced that by summer 2013 it will be able to cater to yachts up to 180 feet and according to a report by Sarah Bensimon for ‘All at sea Caribbean’ Blue Haven Marina and Resort intends to make its plans a possibility through “plans for maintenance dredging” that will bring its capacity to 12 feet, which is projected to be completed by winter 2013. According to widespread speculation, Blue Haven Marina and Resort was initially the Leeward Marina, which was once owned by Lord Michael Ashcroft. (VANESSA NARINE)
On Monday the Emerald Cay property was sold and the government received the total sum of $8.13m by way of a cash payment
Social worker from Curacao named regional unsung hero for 2012 FOR the second year running, a candidate from the Dutch territory of Curacao has been named CIBC FirstCaribbean’s Regional Unsung Hero. Gerda Susanna Gosepa was chosen from among 17 nominees who were named Unsung Heroes in their respective countries, and whose work was considered for honour by the programme’s regional judging panel. The runners up for the 2012 programme were Mr. Bonti Liverpool of Dominica, and Vincentian, Edward Williams. The three Unsung Heroes for this year were selected by a judging panel comprising a number of eminent Caribbean persons, including: Sir Shridath Ramphal, former Secretary General of the Commonwealth; Sir George Alleyne, Chancellor of the University of the West Indies; Sir Neville Nicholls, former President of the Caribbean Development Bank; Mme. Justice Marie MacCormack, first female justice of the High Court of Barbados; Mr. A. Leonard Archer, former High Commissioner of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas to CARICOM; Mr. Jones P. Madeira Court Protocol and Information Manager in the Judiciary of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago; and Mr. Charles Williams, former Chief of the Carib Community in Dominica. Gosepa was singled out for her work as a volunteer and social worker in depressed areas of Curacao. She has been instrumental in helping to shape the lives of many residents of the villages of Flip, Seru Fortuna and Groot Kwartier. Over the years, she has helped dozens of families, especially single-parent ones, with the tools to better their lives and move ahead socially. She is being credited as one of the key persons that helped with the turnaround of the village of Seru Fortuna in the eighties and nineties. Seru Fortuna is a housing project that was developed
by the Housing Authorities in the late 70’s. The area is infamous for its social problems relating to poverty, crime, drugs, illiteracy, and other problems common in these types of neighbourhoods. In the remote village of Flip in Banda Bou, she has contributed to many social, cultural, educational and literacy projects, especially for the youth, which have helped many of them to surpass their social isolation. In the 70’s she worked as a volunteer and leader for Fundashon Gogorobi, a foundation that organizes social, cultural and educational activities for the residents of Groot Kwartier. Ms. Gosepa was born and raised in Groot Kwartie and at the age of 70, she still volunteers with Fundashon
Gogorobi. She has also been an advocate of women rights and has been an active volunteer for Union di Muhenan Antiano (Antillean Women Union), a women’s empowerment organization that was formed in 1977. Ms. Gosepa has contributed to the development of UMA’s quarterly magazines, workshops, seminars, and theatre plays that dealt with the issue of women’s empowerment. In the Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI), Gertrude Saunders-Forbes was awarded the local CIBC FirstCaribbean’s Unsung Hero award, recognized for an active role in the community through her work with the Girl Guides and is known for doing a multitude of charitable deeds. Unsung Heroes is in its ninth year.
Unarmed officers arrest armed suspect OFFICERS attached to the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Street Crime Unit, while in the districts observed a subject who was wanted for questioning in relation to an ongoing investigation, who they arrested. At approximately 9:30 am on Monday, 22 October, while attempting to apprehend the subject, he escaped into a wooded area off the Leeward Highway. During the chase, one of the officers came upon a second subject who pulled a gun, who was allegedly wearing mask and a bulletproof vest. He reportedly fired a shot at one of the officers and a struggle ensued, which resulted in a round being discharged from the suspects firearm and the suspect being shot. Neither of the officers were
armed at the time of this incident. The officer who was involved in the struggle suffered injuries, which required medical attention. The suspect who was shot suffered non-life threatening injuries and is still hospitalized. The second suspect was arrested on Tuesday morning, 23 October. Investigations are continuing into this matter. Commissioner Farquhar said, “Policing is a high-risk activity and police officers are often in harm’s way. Incidents like these reinforce the need for officers to be appropriately equipped, trained, and paid. “I commend the actions of the two officers and I am extremely thankful for the outcome. The officers’ actions no doubt prevented another crime or crimes that could have ended tragically.”
October 27 - November 2, 2012
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Ages of consent ‘complete dog’s breakfast’, Governor Ric Todd GOVERNORRic Todd said that ages of consent are a “complete dog’s breakfast in the TCI” but stressed that they will become clearer with more consultation.
This week Todd said, “Who decided that a girl can have sex when she is 16 without parental consent, but cannot access contraceptives without her parents’ permission until
Draft Code of Conduct for persons in public life up for consultation THE Integrity Commission compiled a draft Code of Conduct for Persons in Public Life, which was made public on Tuesday. Director of the Integrity Commission, Eugene Otuonye, said, “The Code of Conduct is a very important aspect of the Commissions work and we very much welcome the opportunity of taking this to the people of TCI for consultation. “Thereafter, the Commission will consider the wide range of views and constructive suggestions from the consultations which will help the Commission formulate and publish a document which will enable high standards of conduct in public life.” The Code was compiled as part of the Commission's responsibility to promote integrity, honesty and good faith in public life. It is currently up for public feedback, available on the Commissions page of the government website www.gov.tc. It was also sent to all political
parties, prospective candidates for election, and persons in public life including public officers, CEO's, Executive Officers, members of Statutory Boards and other public sector bodies. Additionally, as part of the process, the Integrity Commission will be embarking on a series of public consultations over the next few weeks in the form of Town Hall meetings. According to a statement from the Commission, it is their intention to visit all the islands within the Turks and Caicos Islands, consult with and get the views and suggestions of as many members of the public as possible. This is, reportedly, part of the Commission's consultation programme and will inform the final Code of Conduct that will be implemented to ensure adherence to high standards. The final Code of Conduct is expected to be issues prior to November 9.
she is 18. “You can own a gun at 18, but cannot buy a beer until you are 21…. it is a complete mess. “ The consultation seeks the views of the public on reviewing the existing, but inconsistent, age limits that apply to getting married without parental consent, access to birth control, adoption, consumption of
alcohol, owning a gun, gambling, driving a vehicle, employment, and the age of criminal responsibility. The consultation takes the form of a questionnaire published today on the TCIG website www.gov.tc Respondents are asked to complete and return the questionnaire to either the Chief Executive’s Office, or to the Human Rights Commission.
The consultation will be held open until Friday, November 2, 2012, after which the results will be reviewed by a team comprising of representatives from the Ministry of the Environment and Home Affairs, Youth Department and the Human Rights Commission before it is presented to Cabinet. (VANESSA NARINE)
Constitution not an imposition, Attorney General DAYS after the new 2011 Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI) Constitution came into effect, last Monday, leaders of all three political parties voiced their criticisms over various provisions made in the legislative framework. However, the Attorney General (AG), Huw Shepheard, in an invited comment, maintains that the document is not entirely new, nor is it an imposition. He said, “It must be remembered that the new Turks and Caicos Constitution was very much a joint product of both then
Turks and Caicos political leaders, representatives of civic society here and the United Kingdom (UK) Government in the summer of 2011…it is, therefore, not entirely new, nor an imposition. “As well as it being jointly agreed by Islanders’ representatives, it is also typical of election legislation all around the world: most countries expect their politicians to have no allegiance but to that nation where they were elected. “In this, the TCI is really no different to anywhere else.”
With elections in the air, some independent stakeholders have questioned why local politicians waited till after the legal framework was made effective to make public their concerns – giving rise to the question as to why this is reflective of some level of political pandering. Whatever the reason, the AG maintains that the new Constitution was a joint product of the UK Government and the political and civic leaders of the Turks and Caicos Islands. (VANESSA NARINE)
wishes
Look who’s One!
Happy First Birthday to our adorable and very busy baby girl Devariyah Williams! You are full of energy and an abundance of joy; you bring so much love and happiness into our lives. Your smile brightens every day and your energy and determination is an inspiration to all of us. We loved you from before you were born and we know that we would be awaken every morning with your laughter. Have a ‘ONEderful’ Birthday baby! From your loving parents Shelina and Devon and your brother EJ. 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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Provo Roadrunners(from left) Carolyn Robinson, Leanne Higgs and Lynette Grant-Higgs completed the Divas Half Marathon in Long Island, New York
Provo Roadrunners represented in Long Island Half-Marathon THREE members of the Provo Roadrunners (PR) club braved the 40 degree weather in Long Island, New York, to participate in the exciting Divas Half-Marathon event. President and founder of the PR club Leanne Higgs along with members Carolyn Robinson and Lynette Grant-Higgs were among 4,500 participants who entered in the rigorous run on October 7. All three ladies endured to the
finish line, and were among the approximate 2,600 who proudly conquered the half marathon. The fun and fitness affair was one of a series of female-inspired events consisting of a two-day health and fitness expo ending with the run. Finishers received roses, tiaras, champagne, feathered boas and a huge embellished medal – all fit for a diva. It was the fourth international half-marathon for Higgs and the first
for Robinson and Grant-Higgs. Higgs said that the women trained hard for the event, also networking with friends in the US to motivate and encourage each other. “The success of the team was based on the tremendous support and encouragement of the Provo Roadrunners… through dedication and training with others we were able to accomplish our personal goals,” Higgs noted. (KH)
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this week
Friday, October 12 to Friday, October 19 Friday, October 26
Danny Buoy’s is Provo’s premier live music and sports destination, serving lunch and dinner daily from 11:30am. It is the perfect place to escape from the heat and hang with friends, all in smoke free airconditioned comfort. Happy Hour specials from 4-7pm Monday-Saturday 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 4426349. 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, October 27
and relaxed way of starting your weekend, bring your yoga mat at Graceway Sports Centre every Saturday at 9am and let David Bowen lead you into the wonderful world of yoga! Amazing fees for an amazing class! More info at 442-6348” Mums and Tots Dance Party classes are held every Saturday at Graceway Sports Centre 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, October 28 CHRYSALIS FITNESS 5/10K FUN RUN Times: 10K STARTS 6:45AM and 5K STARTS 7AM Registration fee $35.00 includes race shirt while supplies last registration deadline noon Saturday, Oct 27. All proceeds will be donated to the Salvation Army
Tuesday, October 30 The Secret is Out! - pass it on to your friends and family - in support of the Youth Enterprise - every Tuesday night are having ‘All U Can Eat Spaghetti Night’ at HorseEye Jacks.
Wednesday, October 31
The Weekly Community and Farmers’ Market organized by TCI Red Cross is on at the organization’s headquarters, opposite Lime on the Leeward Highway in Providenciales, from 10am to 2pm. Persons will be able to purchase freshly grown produce and locally sourced items. For more information on the Weekly Community and Farmers’ Market call (649) 247-8911. With regard to the TCI Red Cross’ services or how you can volunteer or donate, contact our Provo office on (649) 941-8056 or email redcrossprovo@tciway.tc OR for Grand Turk call (649) 946-2761 or Email:tciredcross@tciway.tc If you’re looking for a serene
ANNUAL FAMILY HALLOWEEN PARTY @ Providenciales Primary School Calling all vampires, princesses, witches and superheroes! Provo Primary's annual posttrick or treat Halloween Party will be held on October 31, from 5:30pm-8pm. Games, prizes, dancing and more! Food and beverage for sale and Brilliant by Tropical Imaging will be doing costume photo shoots for charity. $5 entry fee. A fun time for all ages!
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October 27 - November 2, 2012
Smart Entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurs as Leaders I received an interesting comment from a client who claimed that she left her place of employment because the “owner lacked leadership qualities”. That statement blew me away. There are always two sides to a story, but her explanation raised some relevant issues for smart Entrepreneurs in as they perform their leadership roles. The issue of Entrepreneurial leadership is wide and complex. However, leadership qualities like integrity, vision, people skills, competitiveness, decisiveness, empathy, charisma, courage and the ability to attract and retain employees to your business are common in all areas of business ownership. Entrepreneurs should be able to motivate their staff to actions that will benefit the business and add to customer value. Hence, the Entrepreneur must possess the vision and passion to be able to communicate that clearly in a manner that will bring results. It is important in his or her quest to motivate staff, not to forget to praise and reward good work/achievement. This helps to boast morale, build self-esteem and loyalty to your company. The smart Entrepreneur will want to ensure that enough focus is placed on attracting the right people because the job market is very competitive and this is coupled with the cost of
replacing these employees. The explanation revealed that her boss was normally indecisive and constantly sort employees’ opinions to make a decision. While this has its, particularly in your quest to value employee’s opinions, being able to make decisions particularly under pressure is an essential part of leadership. Entrepreneurial decisiveness gives your employees a sense of security, a sense of trust, respect and indeed, “I am ultimately accountable”. The Entrepreneur must have a clear understand of his or her business goals, objectives and strategies in order to recruit the right fit; persons whose values and goals would align with that of the company. Failure to do so could result in serious human resource issues including high employee turnover. A business will face many kinds of ethical decisions, one as simple as telling the truth. In this era in which we live, the Entrepreneur’s integrity speaks volumes. When you lead with integrity, you create a culture where employees perform in an ethical and trustworthy manner. Customers generally want to know that they are doing business with companies that are ethical in their behaviour. Companies with strong ethics programs have found that these efforts
By Sophia Thomas
Business Consultant and Trainer
can reduce potential costly fines, decrease vulnerability, improve reputation, provide access to capital, favourably influence their bottom line, positively affect their employees' commitment to work and enhance customer loyalty. Entrepreneurs should enjoy a challenge and be competitive. They should design strategies to win. Just starting the business and entering the competitive world of entrepreurship is their first challenge. The competition for market share continues throughout the life of the business. This sense of competitiveness should be instilled in employees so that they eagerly work towards achieving the company’s goals. After all, when the company is successful, employees benefit. Entrepreneurs no doubt would want to leave a legacy of responsible leadership for their children. Every time you are faced with a leadership issue, ask yourself, what would your imprint be long after you pass on the business to your children? How are your actions or inaction-affecting employees, customers, suppliers, partners, productivity, your bottom line and your reputation? The bottom line is to lead in a manner that would make you successful in the long-term.
autism awareness By Nicole Cox, a mother living with autism
The Vote
THE old door-to-door technique is in effect all around TCI. Political candidates are shaking hands, kissing babies, scheduling rallies and visiting voters at home; getting to know the people; and opening the doorway to trust and hope. Each candidate from the triad of parties is putting their best foot forward to help you see their vision; all for the opportunity to walk that vision out in the office of selection. You have to love the electricity of it all. However, I am far less concerned with the promises that come from candidates’ mouths and much more concerned with the residents to whom the promises are made. After all, a government is only as effective as the people they govern INSIST that they be. (Cue the national anthem of your choice!) Will we the people solemnly swear to hold
the candidate of our choice accountable for every promise they allow to pour from their lips? Will we attend the rallies and press conferences of these parties not based on the color of their shirts but the content of their characters? Will we vote as if our hands and feet belong to our children and not ourselves? Will we pursue accountability at every turn and insist that the elected government perform with urgency, as if they were STILL contending for our votes? Will we be less concerned with congeniality and more concerned with productivity? Will we make the specifics important when asking the questions that determine the opportunities for all who dwell in this land? Will we place to the side petty differences and prejudices in order to pursue the highest good?
Will we comprehend the gravity of this moment in history and wear it as stones about our necks until the day we cast our vote? Will we carry that stone upon our shoulders each day after the vote and take full responsibility for our decisions? Will we swear to show the world that we are a people who value each corner of our nation; the great and the small, the strong and the weak, and we will vote to protect, preserve and promote them all? I look at my son, who may never know the burden of casting a vote for himself and I wonder; who will cast the vote for him? Will I? Will you? I think of his peers, the able and the challenged. Is it their faces we see as we watch the candidates write history? Is it their voices we hear as we listen to the rhetoric and the real from our ambitious politicians? If not…when will we?
October 27 - November 2, 2012
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Economic growth grounded in education, Youth Parliament BY VANESSA NARINE THE Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI) National Youth Parliament, met two Fridays ago, October 12, for their first sitting of the first session, and in expressing several different points of view, the group was able to concur that economic growth is grounded in education.
Up for debate was ‘The increase availability of technical subjects in the schools’, a resolution that was put forward by Education Minister, Ms. Jewel Ewing. Leader of the Opposition, Ms. Kanthal Capron, praised the resolution, but noted that there is room for improvements, improvements that the Opposition is
better placed to influence. According to her, rather than only increase the availability of technical subjects in school, an investment should be made into a Technical/ Vocational school. Capron acknowledged that the transition has to be gradual, but stressed that the first step has to be made. The Opposition Leader pointed out that that first step can include utilizing existing and underused resources and cited the South Caicos community centre as an example, adding that the centre is only seldom used. “The resolution is flawed,” she said. The Youth Parliament’s Premier,
Ms. Andresha Gardiner, stated her support for the resolution in its current form. She explained that given that a large number of students learn better with a hands-on approach and the government has a responsibility to respond to those needs. According to the Premier, change needs to happen fast, change that will meet the diverse needs of learning, rather than leave students behind. Gardiner stressed that economic growth of any country is grounded in education and the needs of the nation’s children must be met – a fact that received the consensus of the group. The resolution to increase
availability of technical subjects in the schools was passed at the end of the session. Director of Youth, Ms. Angela Musgrove, told the Weekly News that the Youth Parliament is currently working on a paper combining the recommendations made during Friday’s session. “They will send it to the Permanent Secretary (PS) responsible for education as a recommendation for actions,” Musgrove said. The Youth Parliament, in existence for two years now, functions under the direction of the Department of Youth Affairs. The parliament is expected to meet again in January 2013.
Ninth annual Conch Festival set for month of November PLANS for the ninth annual Turks and Caicos Conch Festival, are well underway and this year will feature a Conch Festival event at several venues throughout Blue Hills culminating with a weekendfull of activities on the tropical getaway of Providenciales, home to the World’s Best Beach. The dates have been set and will feature: • Conch Fritter eating contest at Native Cuisine on Saturday, November 3; • Conch Knocking competition at Sailing Paradise on Saturday, November 10; • Conch Peeling competition at Froggie’s on Saturday, November 17; • “Conchy Night” at Froggie’s on da Beach on Friday, November 23; and • The Run for Charity on Sunday, November 25. The main event is schedules for Saturday, November 24, in the charming Blue Hills area of Providenciales, outside of Three Queen’s Bar & Restaurant.
The traditional Conch Festival will take place on Saturday, November 24 at Noon in Blue Hills and is highlighted by a conch tasting competition among approximately 25 local restaurants and chefs, various conch-related activities, local entertainment and the annual Pot of Gold drawing where The Rotary Club of Providenciales draws one lucky ticket worth $10,000. President of the Conch Festival, Dick Bain, said, “We’re excited about another outstanding Festival that showcases our great chefs and celebrates the unique aspects of the Turks and Caicos. “It’s an ideal way for visitors to get a sense of our history, culture and diverse tourism offering. “This year the Conch Festival once again features a fine dining component that highlights the culinary destination that the Turks and Caicos has become. A month of events at several Blue Hills venues will set the stage for the traditional seaside island party in Blue Hills that is the Conch Festival.”
NCS representatives Rosemary Jolly and Elena Patrick receive the donation from two ‘In the Pink’ organisers Karen Whitt and Mary Lou VanderHeide.
NCS receives massive donation THE National Cancer Society (NCS) of the TCI received a $21,000 cheque from the organisers of ‘In the Pink’ last Tuesday at the Regent Palms. The amount donated was accumulated from the local community at the fourth annual ‘In the Pink’ fundraiser held at the Regent Palms on October 13. NCS vice-president Rosemary Jolly expressed sincere gratitude to the coordinators for the extraordinary donation. She added a special thank you to organiser Karen Whitt and room hostesses Mary Lou VanderHeide, FolusoLadejobi and Josephine
Connolly for “putting so much hard work, effort and resources into making the event such a huge success”. She said that every penny of the funds will go towards financially assisting cancer patients in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Since the needs of the cancer patients can vary, the society provides them with a cheque each month to help alleviate some of the expenses, like travel, transportation and medication. “We (NCS) are dedicated to the cause and are so grateful to the entire community for the contributions they have made,” Jolly said.
Regent Palms GM and ‘In the Pink’organiser Karen Whitt said that they were extremely thrilled with the participation and happy to be able to make the donation. Throughout October, which is observed as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, various events were scheduled to raise funds for the NCS to continue its philanthropy in providing some financial relief to cancer patients in the TCI. Persons still have a chance to support the final event planned for the month - a delicious luncheon on October 27 at the Regent Palms.
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Guyana’s Sarah Hakh is CXC’s Most Outstanding performer THE CARIBBEAN Examinations Council (CXC) on Tuesday announced that Guyanese student Sarah Hakh has won the award for the Most Outstanding Candidate Overall in the region. Hakh gained 16 Grade Ones with all As on the profile grades. As a result of Hakh’s performance, her school, Abram’s Zuil on the Essequibo Coast will receive the CSEC School of the Year Award for 2012. In a statement headed `Guyana Students Dominate CSEC Regional Awards’, CXC also disclosed that two students from Bishops’ High School also won awards. Tamasha Maraj won the award for being the Most Outstanding Candidate in Business Education. She gained 13 subjects. Deowattie Narine was acclaimed as the Most Outstanding Candidate in the Sciences. She passed 13 subjects. The award for the Most Outstanding Candidate in Technical Vocational Education went to Karran Singh of St Rose’s High School. He achieved Grade Ones in 12 subjects. The awards will be handed out at a ceremony scheduled for Anguilla on December 6th. The prize package
Sarah Kakh achieved grade ones in 16 subjects.
includes a full scholarship to the University of the West Indies, monetary prizes, plaques and books. After the CSEC results had been released here this year, Hakh had told Stabroek News that she worked hard throughout her school life and that those preparations paid off. She noted that she is not a believer in extra lessons and instead sought to concentrate on her in class studies and work towards doing well. She said that she has a strong liking for the languages, especially
Spanish, which she described as her strong area. She said that she was “very committed “to the language, as it gave her the ability to express herself. Her weak area, she noted, was Accounts and she was worried that she would not have performed well in the subject. As regards her future, Hakh said that she was preparing to write the Standard Aptitude Test (SAT) and if successful she will attend college in the United States. She said that she was undecided as regards a career path, while adding that she is still weighing her options. Hakh expressed gratitude to almighty God and to her parents, guardians, peers and others who assisted her with her success. The award for the Best Short Story in the English ‘A’ examination went to Ilona Loustric of Harrison College, Barbados. Dominique Harris of Queen’s College in Barbados clinched the award for the Most Outstanding Candidate in Visual Arts, 2-Dimensional Work while Camille Parris of St Joseph’s Convent, San Fernando won the award for Visual Arts, 3-Dimensional work. Matthew Blake of the St Jago School in Jamaica won the award for the Most Outstanding Candidate in the Humanities.
October 27 - November 2, 2012
Bajan allegedly stabbed to death for 25 cents NOT having 25 cents to give away may have cost 28-year-old Christopher Nedd his life on Monday night. And by Tuesday evening, his relatives were fighting to come to grips with a second sudden death in the family. The woman, in her 30s, reportedly collapsed and died upon hearing of Nedd’s passing. Nedd of Block 21D, Haynesville, was reportedly stabbed eight times about the body around 11 p.m. He later died at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH). His last words to his aunt Heather Ward-Skeete as relatives applied towels to his wounded neck that was squirting blood were: “You would believe that a man just stabbed me in my neck for my quart?” (Barbados Nation)
Christopher Nedd was stabbed eight times; he told his aunt that it was for his 25 cents.
Clintons open Haiti’s industry park
Hillary and Bill Clinton say the project could create thousands of jobs
US SECRETARY of State Hillary Clinton has attended the launch of a $300m (£187m) industrial park in the Haitian town of Caracol. The project is part of US efforts to help Haiti recover from the devastation it suffered in the 2010 earthquake. The US has invested $124m (£77m) in the project, which it hopes will create thousands of jobs. At a grand opening ceremony Haiti’s President Michel Martelly said the country was “open for business”.
Jamaica police recruits to undergo lie detector tests ALL NEW recruits to the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) will soon be required to undergo polygraph testing, better known as a lie detector test. In a report posted on the Jamaica Information Service’s website, Commissioner of Police Owen Ellington says the measure is to ensure that persons recruited by the JCF are of the highest professional standard and integrity. Currently, only senior officers and those appointed to sensitive assignments undergo
the examination. Commissioner Ellington says the screening should build confidence among officers and in the JCF and the organisation’s capacity to preserve integrity. During a polygraph test, a polygraph machine is used to record physiological data such as blood pressure, pulse, respiratory, sweat gland and cardiovascular activities, while the subject responds to a series of questions, to determine the truthfulness of the answers given. (Jamaica Gleaner)
Mr Martelly said that too often the images of Haiti shown around the world were sad, but that Haiti had more to offer. “We are committed to taking all appropriate measures to make it easier for you to invest in Haiti,” President Martelly told investors and celebrities at the opening ceremony. Former US President Bill Clinton, who now serves as the UN Special Envoy to Haiti, also attended the launch of the park in the impoverished north of Haiti, some 160km (100 miles) from the capital, Port-au-Prince. South Korean clothing manufacturer Sae-A Trading says it will create 20,000 permanent jobs over the next six years at the Caracol park and build 5,000 houses in the surrounding area for its workers. Critics fear the project could benefit foreign investors more than local workers. They say factory jobs rarely manage to pull locals out of poverty. But Hillary Clinton said projects such as the Caracol industrial park created sustainable economic growth. She said the US had “learned that supporting long-term prosperity in Haiti meant more than providing aid, it required investments in infrastructure and the economy that would help the Haitian people achieve their own dreams”.
Fidel Castro insists he is in very good health.
Cuba’s Fidel Castro attacks ‘lies’ about his health
CUBA’S revolutionary former leader Fidel Castro has written a strongly-worded article condemning persistent rumours that he is on his death bed. The 86-year-old attacked international media “lies”, and published photos of himself in Cuba’s state media. He said he was in good health, and could not even remember the last time he had a headache. Venezuelan politician Elias Jaua said on Sunday he had a five-hour meeting with Mr Castro the previous day. He presented a photo of the encounter, and said the former Cuban leader was “very well, very lucid”. The last images of Mr Castro to be made public had been from March, when the Cuban ex-leader briefly met Pope Benedict during the pontiff’s visit to the Communist island. Mr Castro’s long absence from the public stage had fuelled rumours on social media sites that his health had deteriorated, or that he may even have died. “Although a lot of people in the
world are taken in by the organs of information, almost all of which are in the hands of the privileged and the rich that publish these stupidities, people are increasingly believing less and less in them,” Mr Castro said in his article. He went on to say that he was keeping himself busy writing and studying, but had decided to step back from public life “because it certainly is not my role to occupy the pages of our newspaper”. He finished off by saying: “I don’t even remember what a headache is. To show what liars they are, I’m offering these photos to accompany this article.” A series of photos, taken by his son Alex, show him outside wearing a cowboy hat and a checked shirt. In some photos, he is reading Friday’s copy of the Communist Party newspaper Granma. Fidel Castro led Cuba after the revolution in 1959, first as prime minister (1959-1976) and later as president. In 2006, surgery took Fidel Castro out of public view. His brother Raul became acting president.
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Barbados AG sees new way to tackle drug lords
BARBADOS may go after the illgotten property of drug kingpins by civil rather than criminal means. Attorney General Adriel Brathwaite said yesterday he favoured this method of civil forfeiture of illegally acquired property over the criminal route, “but we need to ensure as a jurisdiction that it is indeed constitutional and we are not in breach of any of our laws”. As he signed an agreement at his office with United States Ambassador Larry Palmer for US$458 000, part of which will go towards strengthening Barbados’ counternarcotics control capabilities, Brathwaite said: “I do not believe that anyone should be allowed to live in this country and display their ill-gotten gains without us using whatever apparatus we have at our disposal, within our laws, to ensure that it
does not happen, because it does send the wrong signal to the rest of the community.” He said though there were existing procedures in place for criminal forfeiture of assets, “the whole area of civil forfeiture is one area that I would like to see us as a country move towards because I am slightly upset that you can be driving along and you can hear that that vehicle belongs to so and so and it may be proceeds of crime and because there is no criminal conviction, he and she may be able to drive along nicely in his or her community”. The Attorney General joined Palmer in the signing of an amended letter of agreement between the two countries for new funding to combat transnational crime and increase public safety under the Caribbean Basin Security Initiative (CBSI). (Barbados Nation)
The house in Sousa had its own shooting range
Police breakup doomsday cult in the Dominican Republic
A JUDGE has ordered a year-long detention for the German leader of a doomsday sect that believes in aliens while Dominican authorities investigate why he had a gun arsenal at his house that police discovered after a deadly, hour-long shootout. Police arrested Peter Brunck, 61, of Meisenheim, Germany, his son Daniel Brunck and Isabella Dietrich after a shoot-out last Wednesday that injured three officers and resulted in the death of another German man, Peter Demetrick. They could remain in police custody for up to a year while investigations proceed. The gunbattle occurred at Brunck’s house in an upscale residential community in the popular tourist town of Sosua. Police said Brunck apparently is leader of the “Academy for Future Health” sect, going by the title “cosmic teacher” and promising mental salvation and treatment for various illnesses. Police said they discovered
several rifles, grenades and professional crossbows with scopes along with seven bulletproof vests, a bulletproof car and an ambulance inside Brunck’s house. A video shot by police Wednesday shows officers touring the house and seizing weapons, including an automatic rifle leaning against a wall behind a dream catcher. General Prosecutor Francisco Dominguez said police are still investigating why Brunck had such an arsenal and whether the weapons were tied to the sect in any way. Police also raided nearby homes inhabited mostly by German natives, police spokesman Diego Pesqueira told The Associated Press. It was unclear whether any other items were seized. Officials with the Ministry of the Interior and Police, the agency responsible for issuing weapon permits, said they did not know Brunck had a shooting range.
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Grenada reeling in shock after 13-year-old charged with murder SOME say it was over chocolate, some say it was over money, two things are certain - 17-year-old Alex Gabriel is dead and a 13-year-old girl has been charged with the murder. Prosecutors say the unidentified minor stabbed a fellow student at a high school on the outskirts of the capital, St George’s, in the neck. Police have not provided a motive, but reports are that some fellow students have said the two quarrelled over money
prior to Wednesday’s killing. However, other media reports are that eyewitnesses said that the altercation was over a chocolate. An autopsy report indicated that Gabriel, 17, died as a result of hypovolemic shock and laceration to the carotid artery and jugular vein, consistent with a stab wound to the neck. Grenada police charged the 13-year-old secondary school student last Friday (October 19) with murder
following the stabbing incident at a school earlier this week and, in her first court appearance, a judge ordered the minor to remain in prison until a court hearing scheduled for November. The teenager is the second student to be charged with murder in the past 10 months in Grenada. A 16-yearold female student was accused of killing her sister a couple of months ago for motives that remain unclear. (Caribbean 360)
Bahamian government tells IM of efforts to arrest slide into debt
BAHAMIAN Prime Minister Perry Christie told reporters yesterday that observers from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) have been informed that his administration has committed itself to fiscal prudence. The government, Mr Christie said, expects those efforts, after a period of time, to arrest the negative slide into debt. Mr Christie said his government is still committed to crime fighting initiatives as elevated levels would affect the economy. “We are not going to compromise our efforts to fight crime,” he said. “Whatever it takes to bring crime under reasonable control, we are going to take the steps. To me it is a necessary feature of everyday life in the Bahamas. Without controlling crime we are not going to have the kind of economy we need.” The IMF representatives are
in the Bahamas for an Article four consultation that reviews the country’s overall economy and financial health. Mr Christie said the IMF will also consult with Ministers, Leaders of the Opposition and other stakeholders which include Central Bank officials, Chamber of Commerce representative and the private sector. An interim overview is expected by Friday, with a final report to come at the end of the IMF’s two-week consultative process. The IMF will also present their findings to the entire cabinet. While economies globally are challenged, State Minister of Finance Michael Halkitis said the IMF will comb the Christie administration’s plan to ensure a more sound financial footing for the country. He said the
government is at the same time ensuring a balance in their efforts. “We can’t just take an axe and begin to slash,” he said. “Yes we recognise the fiscal restraints, but we also recognise that there are some responsibilities that the government has. “If you tend to cut spending too much, it tends to choke off any sort of financial recovery. “Our formula, which we believe is a balanced formula, is to contain expenditure as much as we can, to improve the revenue through revenue administration, tax reform (and) trying to find some new streams of revenue. We have to concentrate on growing the economy.” An immediate reversal in the economy will not be seen, Mr Halkitis said. Evidence of a full turn around should be noticeable within two or three years. (Tribune242)
St. Lucia manufacturers blast VAT (JAMAICA GLEANER) President of the St. Lucia Manufacturers Association Paula Calderon has warned policymakers behind the Value Added Tax (VAT) implementation that its members may soon be out of business because of the implications of certain policies. In a statement, Calderon said her association was outraged by the implementation of VAT policies, which she claims are crushing the already struggling manufacturing sector. She said manufacturers had brought some of these concerns to the authorities prior to the October 1 implementation, but instead of being addressed, other measures not previously discussed have been introduced. It is disturbing that certain policy measures are being implemented by customs without any discussion on
how it impacts on our members, and I see St. Lucia as a place that I would not recommend people to come in and invest anymore because what is happening now is not investor friendly, Calderon said. She said that while meetings between the manufacturers association and the ministry of commerce have been cordial, the discord has been with the policymakers at the office of the prime minister. Calderon said she does not believe that policymakers fully understand what some policies will mean for the country’s manufacturing sector with one of the major concerns being manufacturers paying VAT on imports. She also took issue with the new VAT procedures, which requires exporters to give 48 hours notice to customs and then wait 24 hours before inspection.
Calderon said the policy treats manufacturers like criminals and makes exporting goods much more expensive. Calderson said that if the situation with customs is not ameliorated VAT implementation is going to be counter-productive putting many businesses out to pasture. She said that many manufacturers are consumed with dealing with these VAT policy issues as opposed to devoting their time running their businesses. Calderon, who owns and operates Caribbean Awnings, says she personally feels like closing down her business because she is past the point of frustration. President of the St. Lucia Small Business Association Flavia Cherry has also warned that she expects several struggling small businesses to go under with the introduction of the VAT.
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OUR PLATFORM TRANSPARENCY AND ACCOUN TIBILITY TO PROTECT THE INTEGRITY OF NEW TCI GOVERNMENT
• Eliminating wasteful sp ending of our tax dollars. • Creating a pre-approve d line-item detail budget. • Eliminating monopolie s and creating a competitive bidding pro cess for all services and contracts.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
• Foster job creation by providing incentives to major corporations to rel ocate within different districts. • Provide needed Infras tructure to attract international businesses in Turks and Caicos Islands. • Provide government sec ured loans to help small businesses. • Provide job training in all categories to our belongers. • Streamline the process for incoming businesses by creating a fast-tract sys tem to expedite licenses and permit appli cations to operate new businesses in Turks and Caicos Islands.
THE CREATION OF A COMMUN ITY REINVESTMENT ACT • Demanding that major corpo
rations doing business in TCI invest in the community education , health and social service. (the give back program)
COMPREHENSIVE IMMI AT ION REFORM TO SECURE OURGR BORDERS AND PROTECT OUR CITIZENS
• Provide resources to ou r law enforcement agencies to better secure our borders from incoming illegal immigra nts.
• Create a moratorium for new unskilled work permit requests.
FOCUS ON IMPROVING THE SYSTEM "NO CHILD LEFT BEPUBLIC EDUCATION HIND PROGRAM" • Supp
ort government funding for public libraries throughout all districts. • Construction of new sch ools within the appropriate district to ins ure that every child is entitled to receive prima ry education. • Create teachers and ed ucators training program to develop new teachers . • Building universities, gra duate and trade schools for the future of Turks an d Caicos Islanders.
HEALTHCARE REFORM
• Construction of new urg ent care facilities on every island to improve the quality of life of our citizens. • Re-evaluate our current management contract of our main hospital in Pro vo.
AFFORDABLE HOUSING
•Build affordable housing . • Create programs to im prove the quality of life of our senior citizen.
SOCIAL SERVICES
• Build recreation and sp orts facilities for youth development throughou t our country.
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTIO
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• Implement new and im prove existing programs to reduce waste through recycling and composting, insuring the safe management, reusing and disposing of solid and hazardous waste.
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Ellen DeGeneres honoured with Mark Twain prize Washington, D.C. had a busy night on Monday. While politicos were tuned in to the presidential debate at Lynn University in Boca Raton, Florida, the artsy set was busy celebrating Ellen DeGeneres at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. The 54-year-old comedian and daytime talk show host was honored as the 15th recipient of the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, an award given to those who’ve made an impact on American society with their work, as Twain did. Tina Fey, Bill Cosby and Will Ferrell are among the past recipients. While accepting the award (and handily displaying why she won it), DeGeneres reportedly joked that she’s “never read Mark Twain before ... But to be fair, he’s never seen my HBO specials,” according to the New York Times. Among the attendees were Jimmy Kimmel, former Mark Twain Prize recipient Lily Tomlin, and “Glee” star
Although Blur said the Hyde Park gig might be their last, they have since announced 2013 festival dates.
Muse, Pulp and Blur win Q Awards Ellen DeGeneres is the 15th recipient of the title.
Jane Lynch, who thanked DeGeneres for opening doors for other LGBT entertainers. (DeGeneres, who wed Portia de Rossi in 2010, reportedly quipped of her career Monday, “I just thought I’d be a closeted gay comedian wearing parachute pants.”)
Lynch, who’s also been open about her sexuality, told DeGeneres, “I’m pretty darn sure I could not have the career I have, that I could not live as openly as I’ve lived, if it hadn’t been for you. You really took one for the team.” (CNN)
BRITPOP bands Pulp and Blur won major prizes at this year’s Q Awards, while Muse were named best act in the world. Blur took the trophy for best live act, in the wake of their Hyde Park gig at the close of the Olympics, beating the likes of The Stone Roses and Radiohead. Dance act Underworld, who put together the music for the London 2012 Games, also received the Innovation In Sound award from
director Danny Boyle. Meanwhile, Jarvis Cocker picked up the Inspiration Award for his band Pulp. “It’s been the most incredible year for British music,” said Q Magazine’s editor Andrew Harrison. “Our bands and our anthems transformed the Olympics... and amazing comeback shows from Blur and the Stone Roses showed the enduring appeal of our best-loved musicians.”
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Skyfall premiere is biggest and best - Daniel Craig British radio disc jockey, TV star and charity fund-raiser Sir Jimmy Savile poses for a photo at Buckingham Palace, London, after receiving the Order of the British Empire in 1972. Since his death a year ago at 84, Savile has been knocked off his perch as a national treasure, accused of being a predatory pedophile.
TV icon sex-abuse scandal rocks the BBC
BEFORE he died last year, Jimmy Savile was viewed as a kind of UK equivalent to American TV icon Dick Clark, gaining fame by bringing music to generations of teens. Savile was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II. He now stands accused as a predatory sex offender. The shocking allegations have Britain reeling. Countless viewers who grew up watching Savile on TV’s “Top of the Pops” and his children’s program “Jim’ll Fix It” are now questioning their trust in a social institution: the British Broadcasting Corporation. It’s the worst crisis at the BBC in 50 years, says a top correspondent, and the scandal has prompted a wider examination into an alleged culture of sexism stretching back decades within Britain’s widely respected public broadcaster. The scandal has also gripped the
British media, with many questioning who knew what and when about the alleged abuse of mostly teenage girls and whether there was any attempt at a coverup. Police say they have identified more than 200 potential victims, with accusations spanning several decades, and are investigating other suspects in connection with alleged abuse. Savile died in October 2011 at age 84, soon after being treated in a hospital for pneumonia. Savile’s favored target was apparently girls in their mid-teens in what one officer, Cmdr. Peter Spindler, said was “alleged abuse on an unprecedented scale.” The BBC, on whose premises some of the sexual assaults occurred, has found itself in the dock of public opinion seeking to explain how his behavior went undetected for decades.
The rapper said graduating was “one of the greatest feelings in my entire life”.
Drake graduates from high school WE SO hope Drake is somewhere recreating the music video for “HYFR,” because this is a reason to celebrate! The 25-year-old rapper/actor, who (in addition to his music) is famous for portraying Jimmy Brooks on “Degrassi: The Next Generation,” is now a high school graduate in real life. And he did it with high scores,
to boot: “97 percent on my final exam. 88 percent in the course. One of the greatest feelings in my entire life,” Drake posted Wednesday. “As of tonight I have graduated high school!” He added in a sweet show of gratitude, “Thank you to my teacher Kim Janzen for spending the last 5 months working tirelessly with me!! OVO SOUND.” (CNN)
JAMES Bond star Daniel Craig has declared the launch of the new Bond film Skyfall as his greatest 007 premiere yet. The actor, playing the spy for a third time, was the first of the stars to arrive at the Royal Albert Hall for the royal premiere. “It’s incredible,” Craig told the BBC. “This is my third premiere and this is the biggest and the best.” Skyfall is the 23rd official Bond film and marks 50 years of the franchise. Large crowds of people had turned out to cheer the stars on the red carpet, which stretched along the streets around the venue in Kensington, west London. The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall attended the screening on Tuesday night, along with stars Dame Judi Dench, Javier Bardem and the film’s director Sam Mendes. James Bond received the royal seal of approval earlier this year at the Olympics opening ceremony when Daniel Craig’s character appeared in a short film alongside the Queen. Craig said he was “incredibly proud” to be playing the hero created by Ian Fleming, who first appeared on the big screen in Dr No in 1962. “It was the 50th year so we had try and celebrate that,” he said. “Sam and I are huge Bond fans and we wanted to make the best Bond movie we could, and he’s done a
Daniel Craig and Dame Judi Dench meet Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall
tremendous job.” Proceeds from the royal gala are going to charities that help members of Britain’s intelligence services. Skyfall sees spy chief M (Dench) battling a crisis with roots in her past, and Bardem playing a villain bent on revenge. Bardem said: “Sam Mendes has done something very challenging which is to mix the flavour of the classic Bond movies with something more modern.” Mendes said: “The weirdest thing is that about two weeks ago I was still finishing the movie with about three other people in a dark room - so the big shock is coming out and finding people about to see the movie.”
Trump to Pattinson: Don’t take Kristen back! Robert Pattinson’s reunion with Kristen Stewart has gotten under the skin of some, and that apparently includes Donald Trump. The mogul and reality star couldn’t help but tweet some advice to Pattinson on Wednesday, presumably after catching wind of the news that the 26-year-old “Twilight” actor and his co-star Stewart, 22, have been hanging out. “Robert Pattinson should not take back Kristen Stewart,” Trump posted. “She cheated on him like a dog & will do it again–just watch.” Last week, sources whispered to People magazine that the two actors are indeed together again after meeting up September 15 in Los Angeles. This week, they were spotted sharing a “look of love” outside of an L.A. bar, where they were hanging out with friends, and the rumors are flying that Stewart has purchased a $2.195 million home near her former residence with Pattinson. (Over the summer, after Stewart and her “Snow White and the Huntsman” director
Robert Pattinson is warned by Donald Trump that Kristen Stewart would cheat again.
Rupert Sanders apologized for their indiscretion, the actress reportedly packed her bags and moved out of the house they shared.) “They seem attached to the hip again,” an onlooker recently dished to People. “They spent all weekend together. They are back to hanging out with their old group of friends. Everything seems back to normal again.” Trump, for one, is not happy. Pattinson, he tweeted, “can do much better!”
Superman is giving up his once-promising career in journalism.
Superman: Clark Kent quits reporting at the Daily Planet ALTER ego Clark Kent is resigning from the post of star reporter at the Daily Planet, the Metropolis newspaper where he has worked since the first Superman comics were published in the 1940s. DC Comics, which publishes the Superman stories, says Kent will walk out in protest that hard news has given way to too many “soft” entertainment stories. The move has been prompted by the Daily Planet’s takeover by a conglomerate. The publisher has hinted that the Man of Steel might even go the way of many journalists and become a blogger, in an effort to get his views across to a wider audience. “Why am I the one sounding like a grizzled ink-stained wretch who believes news should be about, I don’t know, news?” says a disillusioned Kent, according to a leaked panel from Wednesday’s edition of the comic that appeared on the Newsarama.com website.
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Bank of America sued for alleged mortgage fraud THE JUSTICE Department is seeking $1 billion from Bank of America, alleging the bank committed fraud by selling defective mortgages from a programme it says was known within the bank as “the Hustle.” Those mortgages were purchased by government-backed mortgage finance firms Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, resulting in over $1 billion in losses for taxpayers and countless foreclosures, according to the complaint announced Wednesday by the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York. The suit alleges that “the Hustle” was a nickname for the bank’s “High-Speed Swim Lane,” or HSSL programme, designed to streamline the mortgage origination process. But the government alleges it was “intentionally designed to process loans at high speed and without quality checkpoints, and generated thousands of fraudulent and otherwise defective residential mortgage loans.” The government says the programme was started by mortgage lender Countrywide Financial, but continued after it was purchased by Bank of America in 2008. It ran through 2009, according to the suit. “For the sixth time in less than 18 months, this office has been compelled to sue a major U.S. bank for reckless mortgage practices in the lead-up to the financial crisis,” said U.S. Attorney Preet Bharara in a statement. “The fraudulent conduct
The US Justice Department is alleging fraud by the bank.
alleged in today’s complaint was spectacularly brazen in scope.” Bank of America already agreed to an $8.5 billion settlement last year in which it paid other investors burned by fraudulent mortgage securities. Those investors included money manager BlackRock (BLK, Fortune 500), insurer MetLife (MET, Fortune 500), investment management firm PIMCO and Goldman Sachs (GS, Fortune 500). But this is the first case involving Fannie and Freddie, which were the major purchasers of mortgage securities. Huge mortgage losses at the two firms forced a government takeover of both in September 2008. “Countrywide and Bank of
America...cast aside underwriters, eliminated quality controls, incentivised unqualified personnel to cut corners, and concealed the resulting defects,” said Bharara. “These toxic products were then sold to the government-sponsored enterprises as good loans. This lawsuit should send another clear message that reckless lending practices will not be tolerated.” The suit charges that Countrywide’s senior management was warned that removing safeguards on the loan origination process would result in “catastrophic consequences for loan quality,” and that they did nothing to correct the problems with the programme or the loans.
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Alabama man raped his niece while her father watched, police officer testifies AN ALABAMA man suspected of being part of a pedophile ring allegedly raped his 13-year-old niece – while her father watched. Dustin Alton Kent sexually assaulted the teenager after the girl’s dad, Donnie Holland, drove them to a secluded trail in 2008, a police officer testified at Kent’s trial. Both Kent and Holland are suspected of being part of an incestuous pedophile ring that police say may be connected to the disappearance of their 19-year-old niece Brittney Wood, who vanished more than four months ago. “From the evidence I have seen, this is sort of a collection of pedophiles,” Assistant District Attorney Nicki Patterson told NBC affiliate WPMI. Kent’s attorney insisted there was no link between the rape charges against Kent and Wood’s disappearance. “I know there’s been a lot of speculation,” John Beck said. “My client had absolutely no involvement in that case at all.” But cops say Wood, the mother of a 2-year-old girl, told people she was planning to visit Holland before she vanished on May 30. And several of Wood’s relatives, including her own brother, have been charged with incest and rape.
Police say Dustin Alton Kent raped his niece, then 13, in 2008 in the presence of her father.
Kent was finally charged with first-degree rape and first-degree sodomy in connection with the alleged attack on his niece after Holland killed himself with a bullet to the head – and his daughter told her tale of being violated in front of her father’s eyes to police, the Mobile Register newspaper reported. Kent is currently free on bail and has been forbidden from having any contact with his accuser or the children of any other relatives. He is also charged preying on other children in another Alabama county. Authorities say he molested multiple victims. (Nydailynews.com)
Russia’s lower house votes to broaden high treason laws RUSSIA’S parliament has voted to widen the definition of high treason in a move critics say is a further attempt to stifle dissent in the country. Under the proposed new law, high treason and espionage will include supporting “those seeking to damage Russia’s security”. Those illegally obtaining secret state information could face an extended prison sentence. The bill is expected to be swiftly passed by parliament’s upper house. The legislation, which was voted through the Duma 375 votes to two, will then need to be signed into law by President Vladimir Putin. Commentators noted that the bill was originally conceived under Mr Putin’s previous presidency, but was not pushed through by President Dmitry Medvedev. “The current Duma vote can be seen as a symbol of the restoration of Putin’s power” said the centrist daily Nezavisimaya Gazeta. Current law describes high treason as espionage or other assistance to
The proposal will need to be signed into law by President Vladimir Putin.
a foreign state damaging Russia’s external security. The new bill expands that definition to include moves against Russia’s “constitutional order, sovereignty and territorial and state integrity”. In addition, the proposal adds multinational organisations to a list of groups that could benefit from state secrets.
Human rights campaigners have said that this could mean that sharing information with international organisations such as Amnesty International or even lodging an appeal with the European Court of Human Rights could become a criminal act. The law “places a Damocles sword above virtually every citizen who talks to a foreigner for work, or even as part of a harmless day-to-day meeting,” said Konstantin Rivkin, a lawyer, quoted by gazeta.ru. Alexander Cherkasov, an activist at the rights group Memorial, said the law had been designed for “arbitrary interpretation”. “The adoption of this law is a continuation of the present feverishly prohibitive legislative trend,” said Ella Pamfilova, former head of the Presidential Human Rights Council, in gazeta.ru. Last month, the government ordered USAID to halt its activities in the country, accusing the US government aid agency of attempting to influence domestic politics.
The case will be looked at by the European Court of Justice.
UK tax rules face EU court scrutiny A COURT will decide whether the UK has “disproportionate” differences in two tax rules for those operating within the EU and within the UK. The first relates to income tax levied on an UK resident who invests in a business in the EU. The second relates to the difference in capital gains tax rules if a UK company has a domestic subsidiary, compared with having an EU subsidiary. The European Commission sent the cases to the European Court of Justice. The Commission believes that the UK’s current rules are
disproportionate, as they go beyond what is needed to prevent tax abuse or avoidance. In the first case, the Commission said that when UK residents invest in a UK company, they do not face any income tax until they are paid a dividend by that company. However, if they invest in a company in another EU member state, they are liable to pay income tax on any income the business generates from their investment. In the second case, a parent company in the UK faces capital gains tax for its subsidiaries in other EU states, but not for subsidiaries located in the UK. (BBC)
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Trump offers $5M if Obama releases college and passport records DONALD Trump’s “big announcement” about the presidential campaign turned out to be an offer he claims President Obama can’t refuse. The real estate mogul and reality show star has offered to write a $5 million check to the charity of Obama’s choice if — and only if — the president releases all of his college and passport records. “I have a deal for the president — a deal that I don’t believe he can’t refuse and I hope he doesn’t,” Trump said in a YouTube video released at noon on Wednesday. “If Barack Obama opens up and gives his college records and applications and if he gives his passport applications and records, I will give to a charity of his choice… a check, immediately, for $5 million,” said Trump Trump — who began his offer by calling Obama “the least transparent President in the history of this country” — said releasing the records “will end the question — and indeed the anger — of many Americans.” Trump has been teasing his
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announcement since Monday, when he told “Fox & Friends,” “I have something very, very big concerning the president of the United States.” Trump is a vocal proponent of so-called birther movement and has continued to question the President’s birthplace even after the White House released his long-form birth certificate. “I’m very honoured to have gotten him to release his long-form birth certificate, or whatever it may be,” he said on Wednesday. Trump claimed he will be “totally satisfied” if Obama releases the college and passport documents, although he added the vague stipulation that the records must be provided “to my satisfaction.” An initial response by White House senior adviser David Plouffe suggested that Obama is unlikely to comply with Trump’s demand. He suggested that reporters direct questions about the offer to Mitt Romney’s headquarters — also indicating that the Obama camp will use Trump’s offer to tie the GOP candidate to the controversial businessman.
Cameron says UK prisoners will not get to vote PRIME Minister David Cameron has said Britain will continue to defy a European Court ruling saying prisoners must be given the right to vote. “No one should be under any doubt - prisoners are not getting the vote under this government,” he told MPs. But he offered a further Commons debate to “help put the legal position”. It comes after Attorney General Dominic Grieve warned Britain’s reputation would be damaged if it did not follow the European Court ruling. The government is negotiating with the court, but Mr Grieve said there was “flexibility” over action needed. Most coalition MPs and Labour oppose giving prisoners the vote. The European Court of Human Rights has ruled that a blanket ban on voting for anyone sent to jail is illegal and the government has until the end of November to decide how to react. The UK has been on a collision course with the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) since the Strasbourg court ruled in 2005 that it was a breach of human rights to deny prisoners a vote. ‘STANDARDS’ The court ruled it was up to individual countries to decide which
David Cameron: ‘’No one should be in any doubt, prisoners are not getting the vote under this government’’
prisoners should be denied the right to vote from jail, but said a total ban was illegal. In May of this year, it gave the UK six months to outline how it proposed to change the law on prisoner votes. But Attorney General Dominic Grieve said there was “flexibility” in the European ruling, and that Parliament had sovereignty over the issue of who was able to vote, as any change would require a Commons vote for amendments to the Representation of the People Act. Mr Grieve told MPs on the Commons Justice Committee that the UK had a legal duty to implement the judgements of international bodies it had joined. This was also set out in
the Ministerial Code, he said. If Parliament voted to keep a blanket ban on prisoners voting, the government would be liable to pay damages to those affected. Mr Grieve said: “That would be costly to the United Kingdom, unless it chose not to pay... [which] would be a further breach of the obligations.” He added: “The issue is whether the United Kingdom wishes to be in breach of its international obligations and what that does to the reputation of the United Kingdom.” Mr Grieve said: “The United Kingdom has an enviable reputation in relation to human rights standards and adherence.”
Republican Senate hopeful regrets saying rape pregnancies were God’s plan
Catarina Migliorini had 15 bidders trying to stake claim to her virginity.
Japanese man pays $780,000 for virginity of young Brazilian woman A BRAZILIAN student is set to sell her virginity for a staggering $780,000 after she put it up for auction online. A man called Natsu, from Japan, fended off strong competition from American bidders Jack Miller and Jack Right, and a big-spender from India, Rudra Chatterjee, to secure a date with 20-year-old Catarina Migliorini. The auction ended at 4 a.m. EST on Wednesday, and the physical education student — who said she will use the cash to build homes for poverty-stricken families — was the subject of 15 bids. Catarina’s move sparked outrage across the globe, with many claiming she was little more than a prostitute. She also caused controversy when she revealed she would be
followed every step of the way by an Australian crew for a documentary film called “Virgins Wanted.” But, she said: “I saw this as a business. I have the opportunity to travel, to be part of a movie and get a bonus with it. “If you only do it once in your life then you are not a prostitute, just like if you take one amazing photograph it does not automatically make you a photographer. “The auction is just business, I’m a romantic girl at heart and believe in love. But this will make a big difference to my area,” she told Folha newspaper. Catarina will be “delivered” to her buyer on board a plane between Australia and the U.S. — being interviewed before and after the sexual act.
REPUBLICAN US Senate hopeful Richard Mourdock has expressed regret a day after suggesting pregnancies caused by rape were God’s plan. The Indiana candidate made the remarks while debating his Democratic opponent. He told reporters on Wednesday he “abhors” rape and that if anyone “came away with any impression other than that, I regret it”. Mitt Romney’s presidential campaign said he still backed Mr Mourdock, although he disagreed with his views. Mr Mourdock’s comments come two months after another Republican candidate caused a furious backlash when he said women’s bodies had ways of preventing pregnancy after rape. Mr Romney and President Barack Obama are campaigning hard for the 6 November US presidential election, in which women’s votes could prove crucial. ‘HUMBLED’ During Tuesday night’s debate with his Democratic challenger Joe Donnelly, Mr Mourdock was asked whether he believed abortion should be allowed in cases of rape or incest.
Richard Mourdock: “Even when life begins in that horrible situation of rape, it is something God intended to happen”
“I struggled with it myself for a long time, but I came to realise that life is that gift from God,” he said. “And, I think, even when life begins in that horrible situation of rape, that it is something that God intended to happen.” At a press conference on Wednesday, Mr Mourdock said he had been “humbled” by the reaction to his comments. “If, because of the lack of clarity in my words, that they came away with an impression other than... life is precious and that I abhor violence
and I’m confident that God abhors violence and rape... I truly regret it.” Mr Mourdock, a geologist by trade and the current Indiana state treasurer, said others were trying to “twist” his comments. There are 33 Senate seats up for grabs in next month’s elections, and the Republicans are hoping to win control of the chamber. The Indiana seat was held safely at the last election by veteran Senator Richard Lugar, but he was ousted by voters in a Republican primary in May.
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Job Listings Services Auto sales real estate
Classifieds
October 27 - November 2, 2012
TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS
Brama Kumaris
946-4664 Fax: 946-4661
Email: tcnews@tciway.tc
Website: tcweeklynews.com
BEAUTY & BEYOND Is looking for a
Raja Yoga FOR RENT
3-bedroom apartment $1100.00 per month it will be available May 1st.
contact: 946-4664
Meditation Centre Turks and Caicos Islands
Telephone 946-4760 & 332-4101 www.bkwsu.com Email: bkwsu@tciway.tc
FOR SALE
Hairstylist To work based on commission must be willing to work 6 days per week.
Contact: 941-8928 or 346-5064
7323
Construction scaffold and roof tiles for sale CONTACT: 431-1591 OR 231-3788
October 27 - November 2, 2012
ROBERT FULFORD Is looking for a
TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS
RENT A BUGGY Is seeking to hire 2
Labourers
Housekeeper To work 6 days per week salary $5.00 per hour
contact: 243-5655
• Must be willing to work 6 days per week • Must be trustworthy and reliable • Salary $250.00 per week • Hours are 8:00am-4:00pm
Contact: Nikimo at 946-4158
7374
Amazing Value! Lot for Sale
In Gated/Planned Community in Long Bay. Flamingo Crossing lot comes with full set of House Plans, all underground utilities, etc.
$49,999 o.b.o. Call 231-3788
PRICE SLASHED $175,000
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Professional Sales Person Professional Watch Sales Person • At list 5 years sales experience (mandatory) • At list 2 years sales experience with watches and/or Jewelry (mandatory) • Remarkable teamwork skills • Excellent service awareness • At list two impeccable references
CVS send to fax: 946-1183
JENNIFER LIGHTBOURNE
Is looking for a
Domestic
Worker To work 6 days per week salary $5.00 per hour.
Contact: 3434559 or 344-0864
7355
VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!! the largest readership in the turks & caicos
Chief Executive Officer InterHealth Canada is seeking a CEO for its subsidiary company, InterHealth Canada (TCI) Ltd.
The Post: Managing a team of clinical and support staff providing secondary care service to the Turks & Caicos Islands. The hospital is on two sites with the larger centre being on Providenciales and the smaller on the capital island, Grand Turk. In total this modern hospital 30 beds but expansion plans exist which will more than double this number. The Hospital is a full service centre with advanced diagnostics including CT and MRI. It is also served by additional visiting consultants in sub-specialist disciplines in order to bring services to the islands and limit the number of patients having to travel overseas for treatment. It treats both public and private patients and is developing health tourism. The hospital is fully accredited by Accreditation Canada (in 2012) at the highest, Diamond, level The Person: • It is unlikely that anybody with less than 20 years experience in the healthcare delivery arena will have the level of experience for this post. • The specific healthcare background may be clinical or non-clinical but must demonstrate extensive knowledge of all operational requirements of a modern, acute care hospital, whether clinical or not. • Prior executive management experience in an acute setting is essential as is experience in the overall management of an acute hospital facility, preferably as CEO / chief administrator or COO. • The successful candidate will be as much a business person as a healthcare executive and be comfortable with budgets, P&L and other financial documentation. • The position calls for a leader and innovator with extensive change management skills and experience in the acute care setting. • A practical knowledge of accreditation requirements internationally and experience of working through accreditation processes is essential as is a verifiable background in strong governance. • It is an imperative that the position holder has a demonstrable background in partnership development with other public and private organisations or bodies. • Above all, the candidate must be patient-centred and be prepared to develop further the work conducted to date on ensuring that the patient remains at the centre of everything the hospital does. Qualifications & Experience: • You will educated to at least first degree level • Membership of an internationally recognised management or healthcare management institute would be a distinct advantage • Must have recent (within 3 years) acute care hospital experience at executive level of at least 5 years duration. Remuneration to be negotiated depending on professional background and experience. Please forward CV‘s with email and telephone contact to llawrence@interhealthcanada.tc The closing date for application is Monday 22nd October 2012
October 27 - November 2, 2012
TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS
JIMMY AMOS Is looking for a
Domestic Worker
PABLO BARBER SHOP
PRITON DEVELOPMENT LTD.
Financial Controller
To work 6 days per week salary $5.50 per hour.
• Must have at least 10 years experience. Must have a degree in Business Studies. Must be proficient with Microsoft Excel and Quick Books. Must have good knowledge of construction and able to manage a large team of construction workers. • Must be able to work on holidays, weekends and any overtime required by management. • Salary is based on experience.
Contact: 243-6772
NOTICE Regulation 7 of the Physical Planning (Development Permission) Regulations, 1990
1 Nail Technician Must be willing to work 6 days per week salary $5.00 per hour.
Dolphin Park, containing one main building, floating boat docks, commercial Island huts (Souvenir’s) emergency holding tank,
7352
Contact: 247-0187
TCMillwork ltd.
Architectural woodworking, Cabinetry and Design South dock road, P.O. box 238. Providenciales. Turks & Caicos Islands
Furniture Carpenter/ Furniture Finisher Skills Required: • 5 years work experience in woodworking, joinery and cabinet making. • Trained to manufacture and finish furniture . Salary at $8.00 per hour Skills required for position: • Individual must have previous experience with manufacture, construction, and installation of high end cabinetry. • Must be familiar with operation of all current
An Application, REGISTERED PR 11370, by for the development of Proposed
woodworking machinery and tools with proper safety practices. • Must be able to read Auto-Cad drawings. • English speaking, bilingual preferred. Duties: Manufacture and finish furniture and cabinets, refinishing, and installation. Assist other employees in general millshop operations and maintenance. Must be professional and courteous.
Please send applications to: tcmillwork@tciway.tc contact person: Mario 231-4537
parking spaces and vegetated pathways, has been submitted to the Department of Planning by. Dolphin Cove (TCI) Ltd. For consideration of Outline Planning Permission on PARCEL 60721/67, 68, 69 DISCOVERY BAY, PROVIDENCIALES Anyone wishing to make representation(s) may do so in writing to the Director of Planning, South Base, Grand Turk or through the Department of Planning, Downtown, Town Center Mall, Providenciales, within twenty-eight (28) days of publication of this Notice. Notice dated: October 16, 2012
3 Barbers
Interested persons should be dependable and send applications via fax at (649) 941-4034 C/o Alliance Realty Ltd, Deadline for applications is October 24th 2012. Only persons chosen will be contacted.
Is looking to fill the following positions:
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7360
QUICK SALE House and ½ Acre land Richmond Hill
1 Bedroom 1 Bath Fully furnished
Regulations 7 of the Physical Planning (Development Permission) Regulations, 1990 An Application, REGISTERED PR 11354, by SAADET LTD. for the development of Rezoning from Residential Development to Tourism, Has been submitted to the Department of Planning for consideration of Development Permission on PARCEL 60901/101, 117, 114, 115, 56, 57, 58, 116, 107, GRACE BAY, PROVIDENCIALES. Anyone wishing to make representation(s) may do so in writing to the Director of Planning, South base, Grand Turk or through the Department of Planning, Downtown, Town Center Mall, Providenciales, within twenty-eight (28) days of publication of this Notice. 7318
Call: 231-3788
October 27 - November 2, 2012
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TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS
ACCU DIAGNOSTICS We are seeking suitable applicant to fill the following openings:
REGISTERED NURSE
wishes to recruit a
Worker To work 6 days per week salary $5.00 per hour.
• Masters Degree (MA/MBA) • Clean criminal record • Knowledge & experience with Gsi system • Knowledge in operating surveillance cameras and DVR systems • Ability to generate and interpret financial reports • Knowledge & experience with Quick Book, excel and word • At list 2 years experience in negotiation with vendors and government agencies • At list two impeccable references
CVS send to fax: 946-1183
7356
ALIX PRINCE Is looking for a
Worker Labourer Candidate must be willing to work weekends, holidays and long hours. Salary $6/hr. Duties will include cleaning/office maintenance.
Contact Steve at 941-3508 or Email- info@projetech.tc
R & B TIRES Is looking for a
To work 6 days per week salary $5.00 per hour.
contact: 343-2261
NEEDED FOR
DIVE OPERATION
Driver To work 6 days per week salary $200 per week.
Contact: 242-7417
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Merchandiser & back office
contact: 345-5761
Domestic
7363
Domestic 7361
Tel: 649-946-8303
is looking for a
Projetech Construction Management & Services Ltd.
Suitable applicant must have expertise in phlebotomy, chemotherapy and ability to perform all nursing duties and willing to work emergencies after hours and travel locally ad internationally at short notice Salary is $24,000.00 per annum
Application deadline November 3rd,2012
DJIMY ANTENOR
ANN FRANCIS
Is looking for a
Tire Repairman To work 6 days per week salary $5.25 per hour must work weekends.
@@Experienced PADI Dive Instructor @@Must have valid insurance & certification @@Must have a good personality to work around people @@Must have maintenance & retail experience @@Flexible hours a must- Holidays & Sundays Required
Send resume to P.O. Box 477 7369
Please call 941-3346 for interview All applications must be submitted by October 29th, 2012
Salary starts at $350.00 per week
Spa Tropique is looking for a fabulous
Assistant/ Receptionist Please DO NOT respond to this ad unless you meet the following requirements: high school diploma or higher, able to speak, read and write English fluently, must have TERRIFIC phone and people skills and be available on weekends and holidays, must have own car with a clean, driver’s license, computer skills are required, a sense of urgency, a happy smile and a willingness to work very hard in a growing company. You will also be assisting the owner with clerical duties and general managing of the day to day activities. If you have already responded to this as please do not respond again. Only Belonger need apply. Please send your resume to relax@spatropique.com by October 31st, 2012 pay is hourly and based on experience level.
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October 27 - November 2, 2012
TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS
Looking for
1 Plumber 1ToMechanic work six days
Missionary To work 4 days
$7.00 per hour
Please contact 941-4667 7394
Contact: 245-7557
7383
per week. Salary $6.00 per hour.
is looking to fill the following positions:
CRANDELL LIGHTBOURNE Is looking for a
Waitress
– salary $5.50 per hour
Bartender – salary $6.00 per hour Contact: 243-6772
SILVER DEEP Is looking for 3
Labourer Labourers To work 6 days per week salary $5.00 per hour.
contact: 343-1056
To work 6 days per week. Salary $5.00 per hour.
Contact: 946-5612
PROVO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
Karam & Missick
Invites qualified applicants for the following:
Is looking for a qualified
ELEMENTARY TEACHERS
Paralegal
With an Upper Second Class Honors Degree in Law from a reputable institution. The successful candidate must have at least three years of experience in assisting attorneys with the detailed research and knowledge entailed in properly drafting various court documents in preparation of cases in a variety of areas, including civil, probate and criminal law. Must have good organizational and communication skills, and be able to work with little supervision. Candidate will also be required to accompany attorneys to various court hearings for note taking.
All interested persons can send their resumes on or before October 10, 2012 to the attention of George Missick at info@karammissick.com. Please, no calls or office visits.
POT FOR GOLD
7382
THE MISSION OF THE CHURCH OF GOD INTERNATIONAL MOVEMENT Is looking for a
The Tuscany Resort
7372
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7396
Successful applicants must: • Be a committed born again Christian • Have a minimum qualification of a bachelor’s degree in the appropriate academic areas • Have degree(s) from a recognized college or university • Applications must be made in writing along with full curriculum vitae, a recent colored photograph, current police record, health certificate and name of at least three references, one being that of your church pastor
DOMESTIC CLEANER
To: Mrs. Martha Harris Provo Christian School P.O. Box 1007, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands Email:provochristianschool@hotmail.com Deadline for applications is November 12th, 2012
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Turks & Caicos Banking Company Limited
SENIOR LEADERSHIP APPOINTMENTS (DEPUTY SECRETARY)
Financial Controller Requirements:
Turks and Caicos Islands Government
A vacancy has occurred in the Ministry for Immigration and Boarder Control for the role of Deputy Secretary. Applications are now invited for the Deputy Secretary that will help THE Permanent Secretary lead the new ministry through significant change. This is an important senior leadership role transforming the effectiveness and efficiency of public service.
- Masters Degree in Finance or Accounting, ten years of experience in a senior-level finance or accounting position. - Experience in strategic planning and execution. Knowledge of contracting, negotiating and change management. Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting and cost control principles including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. Knowledge of federal financial regulations. Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements, and projections. Working knowledge of short and long term budgeting and forecasting, rolling budgets and profitability analysis.
Applicants will need to be TCI Belongers (citizens) or demonstrate strong and current links with the islands. Previous government experience is not a prerequisite 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.
- Profound knowledge in banking activities such as Securities, Money Market, Foreign Exchange
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.
- Work requires professional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to motivate teams to produce quality materials within tight timeframes and simultaneously manage several projects. Ability to participate in and facilitate group meetings. - Knowledge of SWIFT payment systems
To download further details, including how to apply, please visit www.gov.tc or telephone/email Ms Cyre Ferguson (cferguson@gov.tc and +1 649 232 2447).
- German/French language skills Please submit CV to Human Resources
Applications received after midnight on Friday 9th November, 2012 may not be considered.
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Regent Village, Unit H102 PO Box 777, Providenciales services@tcbc.tc Attention Human Resources
7392
October 27 - November 2, 2012
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TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS
TRAGO BAR Is looking for a
Delivery
Driver to work 5 days per week salary $6.00 per hour.
contact: 244-3204 PROVO UPHOLSTERY
Grace Bay Club is looking for candidates that have the requirements listed along with an outgoing professional manner. They love to work with different types of people, meet challenges with a positive attitude and live the standards of our organization. Their management style is one that balances a commitment to people and their development with business/financial accountability and delivers an exceptional guest experience
Personal Concierge/Butler
Is looking for a
Labourer To work 6 days per week salary $6.00 per hour.
7385
contact: 941-5010
Career Opportunities
TINA BARRON Is looking for a
Sales Person
To work 6 days per week 8am-5pm salary $6.00 per hour
contact: 241-0257 CHRIST IS THE ANSWER MINISTRY Is looking for a
Secretary to work 5 days per week salary $5.00 per hour contact: Reliable consultant Agency at
649-241-5563
7395
Requirements: • Provides a very personal, detailed, seamless service to guests • Take care of guests needs in a highly professional manner. • Be seen by the guests in response to all the guest’s needs and requests. • The attention to detail required and the ability to anticipate the needs of guests needs demand that the butler is a consummate hotel professional with impeccable standards • Strive to create an atmosphere that makes a ‘wow’ impression on the guests • Will not accept anything less that the best available presentation of the suites/rooms and public areas of the floors. • Must take gentle care of all their guests from arrival until departure without imposing themselves on the guest Belongers need only to apply Salary Range: Commensurate based on qualification and experience
Mixologist Requirements • Have a high degree of enthusiasm and passion for your work and be customer service driven. • Possess a professional upbeat attitude while keeping a crowded bar happy, lively & enthusiastic. • Have a proven track record of working in a 4/5 star hotel establishment • Your extensive knowledge of different types of beverages and be able to create a high level of quality and value for money products Belongers need only to apply Salary Range: Commensurate based on qualification and experience
General Manager To lead and direct the operations and
financial activities of a five star luxury resort, maintaining the highest level of guest service and owner satisfaction. Ensure the selection and ongoing direction of resort team members to achieve the highest levels of integrity, job satisfaction, morale and team spirit. Job Requirements • At least 10 years five star resort/ international management experience in Senior Level Hotel Operations • 2 to 3 years of direct related experience as a General Manager for a five star luxury property • Hospitality degree preferable • Strong Rooms or Food & Beverage background • Luxury Brand Hotel Chain experience a must • Delivers business results through effective management of planning, forecasting, improving yield, budgeting, cost management and all aspects of business • Energetic, positive visionary leader, dedicated to motivating and developing team members • Ability to balance many priorities, resolve problems and meet owners and guest expectations • Exceptional communication and customer service skills and live the standards of our organization Qualified Belongers need only apply. Salary Range: Commensurate based on qualification and experience
Resident Manager Requirements: • At least 5 years of direct related experience as a Resident Manager for a 5 star luxury property • In-depth knowledge of hotel systems – Opera, Micros • Financial Degree, MBA and hospitality degree desirable. • Have the ability to analyze P&L statements, develop operating budgets, forecasting and capital expenditure planning • Strategic planning skills • Strong Rooms and Front Office background. • Advanced guest service and interpersonal skills. • Must possess excellent multi-tasking, marketing and customer service skills. • Energetic, positive visionary leader, dedicated to motivating and developing team members. • Strong communication skills with experience developing correspondence and business materials for guests, owners, management and staff. Qualified Belongers need only to apply Salary Range: Commensurate based on qualification and experience
Houseman Requirements: • Ensure the cleanliness of all hotel areas. • Assist with bellman duties • Maintain household cleaning supplies • Assist in all Housekeeping responsibilities, transporting linen, assist in cleaning of all guests’ room, stocking amenities and linens • Perform any other tasks or projects as directed by Housekeeping Management to continue high levels of guest care. • Ensure inventory is used properly and in supply at all times. • Ensure houseman room is kept clean, tidy and organized at all times • Assist housekeeping staff with laundry removal and unit cleaning • Clean and maintain lobby, entrance doors and bell trolleys Qualified Belongers need only to apply Salary Range: Commensurate based on qualification and experience
Painter Requirements: • Applies coats of paint, varnish, stain, enamel, or lacquer to decorate and protect interior or exterior surfaces, trimmings, and fixtures of buildings and other structures: Reads work order or receives instructions from supervisor or homeowner regarding painting. • Smooths surfaces, using sandpaper, brushes, or steel wool, and removes old paint from surfaces, using paint remover, scraper, wire brush, or blowtorch to prepare surfaces for painting. • Fills nail holes, cracks, and joints with caulk, putty, plaster, or other filler, using caulking gun and putty knife. • Removes fixtures, such as pictures and electric switch covers, from walls prior to painting, using screwdriver. • Spreads drop cloths over floors and room furnishings, and covers surfaces, such as baseboards, door frames, and windows with masking tape and paper to protect surfaces during painting. • Paints surfaces, using brushes, spray gun, or paint rollers. • Applies paint with cloth, brush, sponge, or fingers to create special effects. • Erects scaffolding or sets up ladders to perform tasks above ground level. May wash surfaces prior to painting with mildew remover, using brush Qualified Belongers need only apply. Salary Range: Commensurate based on qualification and experience
Interested persons can contact our Human Resources Department no later than November 1, 2012
@ (649) 946-5050 Ext. 1050 Email: veronica.clare@gracebayclub.com Fax: (649) 946-5758
P.O. Box 128 Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, British West Indies
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October 27 - November 2, 2012
TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS
PROVO BEVERAGES LTD. is looking for a
STAFF VACANCY
Sales Supervisor The candidate must have integrity, able to multi-task, and work long hours. A minimum of 6 years experience in the sales environment within the water purification industry is required
SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER
Responsibilities: • Accountability and posting daily sales • Control outgoing and incoming deliver items • Have the ability to look for additional market opportunities • Supervise production and oversee inventory • Maintaining and servicing water dispensing machines • Prioritize and schedule deliveries • Respond to customer needs in a courteous and efficient manner
Applications are invited from interested and suitably qualified individuals for the position of Senior Human Resources Officer in our Human Resources Department, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands. Objectives and Purpose of the Job: The Human Resources (HR) department serves as a link between management and employees. The department’s goals are to foster positive relationships, to increase job satisfaction, and to ensure all customer or clients’ needs are met by providing specialized services to employees. Main Duties and Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities: • Be familiar with all laws pertaining to labor management and ensure that the Company complies and that managers are kept abreast of changes affecting the company. • Responsible for ensuring that all FortisTCI employees are in compliance with all government national schemes. (ex: NIB & NHIB) • Prepares monthly, quarterly and annual HR Department reports. • Maintains employee database and employee rosters; • Develops, prepares, generates and analyzes ongoing and ad-hoc special reports pertaining to employee personnel information and data, absenteeism, staff turnover, benefits, staffing levels, applicant tracking, promotions, etc. • Participates in the development of goals and objectives for the HR department and policies and procedures for the Company • Plays a leading role in the implementation and maintenance of the Human Resource Information System (HRIS). • Responsible for the implementation and maintenance of the performance appraisal system and its processes. • Responsible for the training of all FortisTCI staff on the policies and procedures of the performance appraisal system. • Designs and conducts surveys; makes recommendations based on data extrapolation and analysis. • Uses specialized knowledge to support one or more human resources functions (recruitment, compensation, employee relations, etc.) • Vets/prepares routine, specific or adhoc employee/HR releases to employees. • Performs key reconciliations of employee data. • Designs forms and procedures to facilitate human resources processes. • Responsible for the administration of compensation and benefits program by playing the leading role on the job evaluation committee and ensuring the FortisTCI compensation module is updated periodically. • Effectively utilizes information technology for the efficient running of the department. • Other duties as assigned by Director, Human Resources or Vice President Finance and CFO.
Contact: 941-3637
JOB ADVERTISEMENT Gansevoort Turks + Caicos is a contemporary luxury full service boutique resort on Grace Bay Beach. We are looking for driven and energetic professionals with Five Star experience and who are committed to achieving excellence by ensuring Five Star standards and services are continuously delivered.
Servers
Provide guests with food and beverage service – restaurant, bar, room service, beach & pool. Able to work on feet all day, good math skill, experience in fine dining service an asset. Salary range $5.00 – $8.00 hourly
Security Agents
Perform protective and enforcement functions in a courteous and restrained manner in coping with emergencies, undesired conduct, disturbances and threats to life and property. Maintain a safe and secure environment for guests, visitors, and colleagues. Excellent communication skills. Observant at all times. Experience in investigations and dealing with challenging situations. Good customer service skills. Salary range $7.00 t0 $10.00 hourly. Prior law enforcement or security experience preferred.
Academic/Technical/Management: Experience and Qualifications: • Bachelor’s Degree in HR management, Business or its equivalent • At least five years’ experience in HR management or related field in a senior position • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Ability to work with minimum supervision • Knowledge of human resources programs and systems • Ability to maintain confidentiality • Ability to lead change processes. • Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs, including spreadsheet applications. • Ability to build and maintain positive relationships internally and externally
Steward
Clean, transport, store and generally maintain all kitchen cookware and restaurant service utensils. Clean floors, windows, walls, ceilings and equipment associated with Food & Beverage operation or as otherwise directed by supervisors. Salary range $5.00 t0 $8.00 hourly
Abilities; Skills; Experience; Aptitude and Judgment: • Excellent team player and team building skills • Excellent written and oral communication skills • Ability to meet strict deadlines and to work under pressure • Goal-oriented • Self-motivated
Public Area Attendant/Room Attendant
Loves to clean. Clean and maintain guest rooms and general areas. Clean and replenish amenities as per the resort standards. Salary range $5.00 - $8.00 hourly Successful applicants must have the following attributes requirements: @@ @@ @@ @@ @@ @@
External Contacts (Level): • Internal and external customers Compensation Grade: 12 (Range US$51,420.00-US$64,270.00 per annum) Deadline for submission of applications is October 26, 2012.
Good communication skills Flexibility to work hospitality shifts PC skills a must Team Player Motivated English Language a must
Interested applicants can contact our Human Resources Department, Monday through Friday 9am to 5pm on (649)941-7555. Closing date for all application is October 31st 2012.
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Kindly submit applications stating qualifications and work experience to: Director, Human Resources FortisTCI Limited P. O. Box 132, Providenciales Email address: hrapplications@fortistci.com fax: 649-941-4304
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E- Mail cover letter outlining your interest and supporting experience in a particular position and, along with your Resume or C.V. to hr@wymara.com
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WILLIAM E. JOSEPH
MYSTIQUE CAR RENTAL & TOURS LTD.
Is looking for a
handyman
is seeking to employ a
RENTAL AGENT
• Must be fluent in English • Must be computer literate • Must be customer service oriented
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean police record
Applicant must be honest, reliable and hardworking.
GEORGE WALKIN
Labourer
Is looking for a
Is looking for a
To work 6 days per week salary $5.00 per hour. Contact: 946-5369 deadline is November 3rd, 2012
JOHN BRUBAKER
Labourers Is looking for 2
Worker Housekeeper
@@ Must be willing to work 6 days per week @@ Must be trustworthy and reliable @@ Salary $5.00 per hour Hours are from 8:00am-4:00pm
Contact: 241-6390
Contact: Serge Tuyssuzian at 941-3637 or fax: 941-3637
Domestic
7379
To work 6 days per week salary $5.00 per hour
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VACANCIES Chinson Restaurnt Group invites applications from suitable qualified persons to immediately fill the following positions:
to work 6 days per week salary $5.00 per hour.
contact: 242-2228
VACANCIES INVITES applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the following positions:
PRESCHOOL:
PRESCHOOL SUPERVISOR
• General cleaning of Kitchen and Pastry rooms and some prep work
Qualification: • A Teaching Diploma or Degree from a recognized institution with emphasis on Early Childhood education • At least Five years experience in similar position • Must be able to train other staff under her control • Mature and possess a caring and loving disposition • Clean Police record
LaboUrers
• General cleaning and maintenance of the three locations • Preferable male candidates with excellent physical health record
BAKERS
• Must be able to obtain sanitation certificate • Must have at least four (4) years experience in the preparation of Jamaican pastries to include all bread products
Primary:
PASTRY CHEF
• Successful applicant must have at least (5) years experience in culinary arts • Must be familiar with the production of Jamaican Pastries especially wedding and birthday cakes and decoration using air-brush technology • Caribbean Cuisine Cooks • Must be able to obtain sanitation certificate • Must be able to cook without supervision Jamaican and other Caribbean Cuisine.
PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHERS
Trained Primary Teachers Grade 1-6 Qualification must include but not limited to the following: • At least three years experience in similar position • Appropriate Teacher Training qualifications • Possesses mature, caring and loving disposition • Clean Police Record • Willing to work long hours and on public Holidays
CLEANERS
CASHIERS
• Person to keep the classroom and toilets clean at all times • Be willing to work until late evenings and on non school days if required
Must be able to work remain calm and work under pressure Ability to multi-task is essential Must be very honest Must enjoy customer service
COOK
• Person will be responsible to prepare daily lunches for the students and teachers • Candidate should possess a valid drivers license
CHINESE COOK
Must have at least 5 years experience in preparation of Oriental Cuisines Must be able to obtain sanitation certificate Must be willing to work on weekends and public holidays Salary is commensurate with experience and qualification
LABOURERS
• Person will be responsible to maintain the school surroundings and do minor repairs and maintenance
Please apply in writing with full resume to:
Please apply in writing with full resume to:
The Administrator Precious Treasures School P.O. Box 293. Providenciales
The CEO Chinson Restaurant Group P.O. Box 293. Eden Courts, Leeward Highway, Providenciales Applications should reach no later than October 31st, 2012
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PRECIOUS TREASURES DAYCARE, PRE AND PRIMARY SCHOOL
POTWASHER & CLEANERS
• • • •
PROVO BEVERAGES
Is looking for a
Chinson Restaurnt Group
• • • •
Contact: 245-3720
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COCO BISTRO
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Please forward resume to Mystique Car Rental & Tours Ltd. Off Airport Road, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands or fax: 649-941-5213
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October 27 - November 2, 2012
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Applications should reach no later than October 31st, 2012
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TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS
WARD’S CONSULTANCY
Established Wine Bar in search of
Sr. Manager
Acting on behalf of our clients: Villa Del Mar, Nesha’s Kitchen, Ripples WBC is looking to fill the following positions:
Domestic Worker Housekeeper
@@Must have a minimum of 15 years experience in a restaurant management position. @@Sommelier Certification and experience building extensive wine lists and wine parings @@Human Resources & Management experience, experience in training new staff members @@Proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, and QuickBooks, as well as POS systems with an emphasis on accounting systems for restaurants @@Proven ability to build, strengthen and maintain customer relations @@Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills @@Ideal applicants will have experience in high-pressure situations, with the ability to work independently, and as part of a team. All applicants must have a valid driver’s license, and be willing to work 7 days a week, including weekends and holidays
Salary $5.00-$7.00 per hour
Contact: 345-7312 GLAMOUR GIRL BEAUTY SALON Is looking for a
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JEAN DELUIS ULYSSE Is looking for a
Please send detailed resume and cover letter to caribgaming@express.tc
Labourer
needed hairdresser Labourer To work 6 days per week salary $5.00 per hour.
contact: 941-4708
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KEVIN TAYLOR NORTH CAICOS
Dorean Williams Is looking for a
Is looking for a
To work 6 days per week salary $5.00 per hour.
contact: 242-5773
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Labourer Labourer Labourer To work 6 days To work 6 days per week salary $5.00 per hour.
per week salary $5.00 per hour.
contact: 432-2896
contact: 242-7954
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Contact: Mrs. Forbes at 243-8071
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To work 5 days per week. Salary $5.50 per hour. Must have electrical, plumbing and gardening skills.
KEN LIGHTBOURNE Is looking for a
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To work 5 days per week Salary $5.50 per hour.
Contact 649-242-374.
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Pool Attendant Cook
PROVO SEAFOOD LTD. Is looking for a
REPORTER TRAINEE Preferably a high school graduate with extremely good writing skills. Applicant must be proficient in English and should have a keen interest in the language. Assignments will include political rallies, the courts and general community activities. Successful candidate must be neat and well presented, and should be able to drive and use a camera. He/she should also posses a working knowledge of computers. Only Belongers need apply.
Boat Captain To work 6 days per week salary $8.00 per hour.
Send resume to the publisher, Weekly News, tcweeklynews@yahoo.com.
contact: 346-4727
Charming Changes and Natural Wellness Products presents an
Awesome Autumn Special!!!! (Exclusive Distributor for SliMor + Acai, SliMor, SliMax, FenuMor, MultiMor, Colonex, Nutricin,Mas Xtreme and Passion Power)
AVAILABLE AT THESE STORES Providenciales Miss Moonies 24Hrs Supermarket (Juba Sound) Graceway IGA Supermarket (Leeward Highway) Best 4 Less Liquor Store (Grace Bay) Grace Bay Pharmacy (Neptune Plaza) Flamingo Pharmacy (Graceway Plaza) Island Pharmacy (Menzies Building) NHIP Pharmacy ( Lightbourn’s Plaza) Sunset Pharmacy Plus (Royal Palm Plaza) Seaview Provo (Rock Plaza) Northside Quick Stop (Blue Hills) Naeo’s Smart ( Five Cays Road) Pumpy’s Bar (Five Cays Road)
941-6664 941-5000 343-6433 946-8242 941-4527 946-4150 941-7790 941-3751 941-3650 242-8509
Grand Turk Dot’s Food Fair (Pond Street) 946-2324 Grace Bay Pharmacy( Cee’s Plaza 946-1266 Ruth’s Beauty Salon ( Backsalina) 946-2294 Bridging The Gap Professional Services (Moxey Folly) 946-2899 South Caicos Kisa Services (Stubbs Road) Sunset Café & Grill (Opposite Dock Landing) North Caicos T’s Grocery Store (Bottle Creek) Scorpio XIV Bar (Kew) Petro Mart (Sandy Point) Charmaine Clarke (Sandy Point) Max’s Mini Mart
946-7284 241-7651 946-7284 231-3919 941-8991
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TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS Is looking for an
ARTIST ASSISTANT/ LABOURER
Island Enterprises Requires
Store clerks, waitresses
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Bi-lingual an asset. Salary $5.00/hr
HOUSEKEEPERS NEEDED
BNC Consulting Group is currently seeking experienced housekeepers to fill immediate openings. Qualified candidates must possess Belonger/PRC status and meet the following minimum requirements: • Prior resort housekeeping experience • Clean police record and employer references • Fluent in the English language (speak/read/write) • Professional appearance and demeanor • Salary $5.00/hr plus housing allowance and service charge
Qualified candidates should contact Bridgette Thomas at 332-2565 for immediate consideration
VACANCY Hospital Catering Manager/ Chef Manager
ICC&SCo are currently recruiting for an experienced Hospital Catering Manager to manage catering services at TCI Hospitals at Providenciales and Grand Turk
Is looking for a
“Retail/ Wholesale store” “Cubanos” Cigar shop/Deli
• Must know how to apply solvents with a screen printer • Will need to wear a mask/ ventilator for safety • Will be responsible for cleaning and maintenance of equipment
Contact: 431-3014
SHEAR ELEGANCE
Contact # 242-3005 or 244-2429
Cashier
To work 6 days per week salary $5.00 per hour
contact: 345-3438
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October 27 - November 2, 2012
ACA/ACCA/CA Opportunities exist for four fully qualified accountants who possess a minimum of four years professional experience gained within a “Big Four” public accounting firm. General audit experience is essential as well as knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards. Salaries range from US$40,000.00 to US$75,000.00 per annum. If you wish to be considered for these opportunities please apply in confidence by sending details of your experience and qualifications to either: KPMG or The Labour Commissioner P.O. Box 357 Labour Office The Village at Grace Bay Butterfield Square Providenciales Providenciales Turks & Caicos Islands Turks & Caicos Islands
Or fax your particulars to 946-4619
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Notice Of Sale By Public Auction Meridian Mortgage Corporation Ltd. as Chargee, pursuant to its charge and the Registered Land Ordinance, hereby gives notice that it will cause to be sold the property listed below by Public Auction, to be held at the office of Meridian Trust Company, 13 Caribbean Place, 1254 Leeward Highway, Providenciales at 10.00 a.m. on Wednesday 14th of November, 2012.
Main responsibilities • Managing the patient meal service in conjunction with the dietician ensuring patient dietary needs are met with specific reference to Dietary Analysis & Special Diet Menu Planning. • Organising and overseeing all activities of the Café & Hospitality, maintaining brand standard, optimising margins through marketing, promotions, and presentation. • Controlling and monitoring the financial performance and to maintain costs within pre-budgeted targets • Recruiting, training, and development of the catering team to deliver a high quality service at all times and continuously improve standards. • Ensuring all food are prepared to a high standard as per service level agreement, HACCP, company policy and current legislation; maintaining all compliance records. • Establishing and maintaining satisfactory relationships with individuals at all levels within the Company and the Client organisation. • Implementing and maintaining the Statutory and Company standards of hygiene, health and safety, and take actions as necessary • Generating monthly management report & KPI compliance data The ideal candidate • Minimum of 10 years previous experience in multi-unit operations, ideally within Hospital environment • Good Financial and commercial acumen, and strong management skills • Excellent knowledge of computer applications • Excellent communication skills • Minimum of three years degree/ diploma in Catering; further qualification in Business administration/ Finance would be advantageous. • Certification in Nutrition, Food Hygiene, and Health & Safety is essential Salary is based on qualifications and experience
Please forward CV‘s with email and telephone contact to llawrence@ interhealthcanada.tc the closing date for application is Friday 26th October 2012
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Location
60715/255&256, Cheshire Hall & Richmond Hills, Providenciales. “Emerald Gardens”, Glass Shack, Leeward Highway. 3464 sq feet 4-plex of apartments (2 downstairs, 2 upstairs) located on lot #256 behind, plus substructure for additional development on neighboring lot #255. Offered together.
Title
Absolute
Proprietor
Kenya Chowmein Lightbourne ½ share & Reginald Ruchell Talbot ½ share
Approximate Area
0.68 acres combined (parcel 255 – 0.35 acres, parcel 256 – 0.33 acres.)
Location
10203/273,274,275,276,277&279, North West Suburbs, Grand Turk. Undeveloped residential lots on an elevated ridge to the west of North Creek. Offered individually or together.
Title
Absolute
Proprietor
Daniel S. Simmons
Approximate Area
Parcel 273 - 0.26 acres, 274 - 0.36 acres, 275 – 0.43 acres, 276 – 0.47 acres, 277-0.45 acres, 279 – 0.39 acres
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE BY PUBLIC AUCTION ARE AVAILABLE BY REQUEST, FROM MERIDIAN TRUST COMPANY LTD:
P.O. Box 599, 13 Caribbean Place, Leeward Highway, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands, B.W.I, Tel. (649) 941-3082 Fax (649) 941-3223
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October 27 - November 2, 2012
U-14 Sailrock Boys’ League:
Acting on behalf of our clients: Glamour Girl ( Cilotte Gardiner), V & M Security is looking to fill the following positions:
Barber – salary $5.00 per hour
Security Officer – salary $6.00 per hour.
contact: 941-8382
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Golden Retrievers still ahead The U-14 Sailrock Boys’ League completed its second week of games with the Golden Retrievers hanging on to top place under pressure from the Eagles. Both opening games were scoreless draws between
Maintenance Assistant Needed
for keeping them in the game with an outstanding performance. He scored both goals. The league positions are quite close and with four weeks left to play no team appears to have a cutting edge over the competition at the moment.
IS LOOKING FOR AN
@@ A hardworking person needed to work six days a week. @@ Must speak English. Must be Fit and able. Required to work 6 days a week. @@ Salary is $1,250.00 a month. Required to work six days a week. Required to live on property. Applicants must be able to do the following: • Assist with general maintenance • Assist with general custodial needs • Assist with general maintenance emergencies as needed • Contribute to verbal and written evaluations and communication as requested. • Ability to use basic hand tools • Possess valid driver’s license with clean record • Safely operate tools and machines common to the building trades • Understand and follow written and oral instructions
ASSISTANT MANAGER
Requirements
• HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR GED EQUIVALENT • ACCEPT TO A DRUG FREE WORK PLACE/RANDOM DRUG SCREENING • AT LEAST 8-10 YEARS EXPERIENCE IN DEALING WITH BENJAMIN MOORE, CORONADO AND PPG ARCHITECTURAL PAINTS. • AT LEAST 8-10 YEARS EXPERIENCE IN DEALING WITH PPG AUTOMOTIVE FINISHES. • EXTENSIVE WORKING KNOWLEDGE OF QUICK BOOKS POINT OF SALE AND BACK OFFICE • ABILITY TO BE PUNCTUAL (WORK BEGINS AT 6:30 AM-5:30 PM EVERY DAY) • BE KNOWLEDGEABLE ON BUILDING AND MAINTAINING CUSTOMER RELATIONS • NO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND Please forward resume to:
TCI Paint and Supply Ltd. Leeward Highway, Providenciales Turks and Caicos Islands. Tel: 941-7432
If you fit the above qualifications please send via facsimile your resume to:- 649- 946-4474. 7402
THE TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS NATIONAL INSURNACE BOARD
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY A vacancy exists at the Turks and Caicos Islands National Insurance Board for a Temporary Filing Clerk for an initial period of three months at its Providenciales Branch Office. Applications are invited from qualified Turks and Caicos Islanders to fill the post.
ROLE AND CORE FUNCTIONS OF JOB Assists with the filing of: • Monthly Contribution Statements; • Registration forms, • Termination and cessation forms. • Benefit Forms • Assists with maintaining a positive image of the NIB.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIRMENTS This position requires a minimum of five (5) CXC/ GCE passes inclusive of Mathematics and English Language, or an Associate Degree in Business.
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Salary will be paid at the rate of $7.50 per hour.
Applications giving full details of qualifications and experience should be sent to the Deputy Director Corporate Services, National Insurance Board, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands to reach no later than Wednesday October 31st, 2012.
off an excellent day’s performance as he scored twice in the Eagles’ win with Gabriel Diotte adding a third goal. Ras Diamond and Rodrigo Vasquez scored a goal apiece in their tied game with the Golden Retrievers, who had Idlin Beloni to thank
TCI PAINT & SUPPLY LTD.
For a private home in Providenciales
An experienced Belonger required for this position. Deadline for Resumes is November 1, 2012
the Eagles and the Golden Retrievers as well as the Tigers and the Grasshoppers. However, goals came thick and fast in the remaining games as the Eagles defeated the Grasshoppers 3-0 and the Golden Retrievers drew 2-2 with the Tigers. Jackson Pierre rounded
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TCIRFU U-19 rugby season:
Vix Warriors outlast BCQS Bears AFTER the season opening 15 – 15 draw at Meridian Field two weeks ago, the Vix Warriors and the BCQS
Bears were equally determined to be the first side to record a win in the TCIRFU U-19 rugby season.
Josh for Sports
The basic fundamentals of chess Part II THE KNIGHT MOVING away from the foot soldier (the pawn) the chess army is equip with a different kind of fighter. He is a cavalry officer, with a high jumping war horse. This horseman is the only piece in the chess army that can jump over another piece. He can jump over one of his own army members or he can jump over an enemy piece. For this reason his German name is Springer or “Jumper”. More than that, when he moves, in order to avoid the enemy’s fire, he jumps first in one direction and then another before he finally lands on his square. Because he can jump about so easily, even on a crowned board, the knight is usually very busy near the beginning of a game, when the full army is present. The knight could be called the two-one piece, because that is exactly how he moves: first two squares forward and then one square either to his left or right— like an “L”. Unlike the pawn, the knight can move backwards and sideways as well. In all he can move in four directions—up the board and back down again, to the right and to the left. But no matter in which direction he decides to go, he always moves two squares, and then one square to either his left or right. If he comes from a black square, he lands on a white square. HOW THE KNIGHT CAPTURES Any enemy standing on a square your knight can move to, can be captured by him. THE BISHOP Many bishops in the middle ages were also powerful princes with their armies. In fact the bishop piece in chess was not always called bishop. The Arabs, who carried chess to Spain and gave the game to Europe, called him Al-Fin, “The Elephant”. In India elephants were used in war to carry soldiers into battle and break down enemy’s defences— like the modern tank. Perhaps we should really call the bishop a tank commander.
By Joshua Gardiner HOW THE BISHOP MOVES The bishop can move in four directions—slantwise up the board from right to left and back again. We say that the bishop moves “diagonally” or along a diagonal—upon the colour that he began the game on. There are two bishops in each army: one on the black squares and one on the white squares. HOW THE BISHOP CAPTURES If an enemy is in his path, he must either stop before reaching him or capture the enemy by sending him off the board. The bishop then occupies the square that the enemy was on. The bishop cannot jump over a piece, when another piece is in his way, he either stops before he reaches him or captures him by taking over his square. The bishop always moves in a straight line. He can move over empty squares. THE ROOK HOW THE ROOK MOVES The rook can move in four directions: straight up the board and back down again, straight across the board, from right to left and left to right—over empty spaces only. The name rook comes from ancient Persia and India. There the word meant “warrior”. The rook is the strongest piece on the board after the queen. He is called the battalion commander— second in command to your general—the queen. The rook is sometimes called a castle. Continue next week
With the excitement of ‘ProvoFest’ to follow later in the afternoon, bragging rights were seriously sought after. Due to the impending festivities, parts of the Meridian Field had already been allocated for tents, tables and food stalls which meant that the Vix Warriors and BCQS Bears battled out their match on a slightly smaller field than normal. This limited the amount of side to side, free-flowing, action. However it encouraged a more physical and direct style—which proved to be very pleasing for the coaches. One player who certainly thrives on these confrontational situations is the BCQS Bears’ captain, Franco Mompremier. Highly skilled, Mompremier is also hugely difficult to stop with ball in hand and so this proved, as he committed several defenders on a powerful surge and created space out wide for Lincoln Outten to sprint in at the left corner for try number one. The Vix Warriors were quick to strike back, with Dean Eyma – impressive in his debut match – slicing through a handful of tacklers with a powerful surge of his own and then accelerating away to score. Eyma struck again just before the interval, with the Vix Warriors setting up a maul from which he tore away down the blind side untouched for the try and a 10 – 5
lead. The Warriors were worthy of this score line that they took to halftime, having generated most of the momentum in the first half. The BCQS Bears were clearly a little rattled and looked anxious to be the first ones to score in the second stanza. This led to a panicked forward pass that was coolly collected on the bounce by Vix Warriors captain Jaebets Jean. The powerful forward set off on an angled run at high speed and shook off Outten with a mighty fend, and he was able to afford himself a proud smile as he slammed the ball down over the line. Mompremier and Outten had been struggling to combine effectively throughout most of the match, but they showed their class as Outten, well tackled by Edwardson Jean, flicked out a skilful offload to Mompremier who resembled a raging bull down the right touchline en route to a try for the BCQS Bears which brought them to within one score. That score arrived soon after as a big BCQS Bears effort pushed the Vix Warriors off their own ball at a scrum and Outten again had enough room out wide to stretch the legs and level the scores. The BCQS Bears players had done superbly well to fight their way back into the match, but the Vix Warriors had been the better side throughout and deservedly found themselves back in the lead when
Frankie Forbes, another debutant, strolled through some weak defence to score. Shortly after that the BCQS Bears were pushing the passes again in an effort to conjure up a try against a well organised defensive line, but another dropped ball was gratefully swooped upon by Eyma and the newcomer streaked away for his hattrick try. The Vix Warriors’ territory was bombarded time and again in the final minutes by the BCQS Bears, but the young men in green were not to be denied and they repelled each challenge, until a knock on brought about the end of the match. The 25 – 15 final score was good reward for an excellent team performance by the Vix Warriors. Their new star Eyma was named Man-of-the-Match for his never-say-die attitude and he certainly deserved his three tries. The Junior Rugby Programme continues this coming Saturday at Meridian Field as follows:
9am – 10am: Junior Girls (all ages) 10am – 11am: Under 8 Boys, Under 11 Boys (1), Under 15 Boys 11am – 12pm: Under 11 Boys (2), Under 19 Boys
All interested parties are invited and encouraged to attend. Enquiries are welcome to Jamie Tait, Rugby Development Officer, at rdo@rugby. tc
U-12 Sailrock Boys’ League:
Green Dragons lead a tight race THE U-12 Sailrock Boys’ League had a dramatic day of action last Saturday and fans were treated to four exciting games. The Green Dragons are on top of the standings, but only three points separate the first from last placed teams. In the opening clash the Green Dragons edged a highly competitive All Stars team 1 – 0 with Jack Small’s corner being carried over the line by the All Stars’ keeper. Game two proved to be one-way traffic for the Red Devils, who played some attractive passing football. Driven forward by a peerless display by captain Shadown Sainjour and ably assisted by Orrin Campbell from midfield, the Devils secured a 3-1 win against the Blue Sharks. With excellent tackling and pressure from Javaughn Jackson and Jaheim Wickham and with Bradley Ayer making great forays down the right flank the Devils were in fine form. The organised back three allowed the front five to rip the Blue Sharks apart. For the Blues who are laced with talent, it was a game to forget— far too much individualism and not enough passing or support. They only showed up in the last five minutes of the 30, but by then it was
This season’s U-12 league has produced some exciting games.
all over. Their goal, however, scored by Neri Williams, is a goal of the season contender! A peach of a shot, lofted from 25 yards over the keeper from the left touch line. The Dragons were trounced 3-1 by the Devils in game three. Beautiful fast, free-flowing football from both sides made for a highly entertaining contest. The Red Devils took the lead through top goal scorer Shadown (only to be cancelled out by a fine opportunist strike from Charlie McKnight). The sublime skill of young Thierry Henry lookalike, Orrin Campbell, resulted in a beautiful second goal for the Devils with energetic Javaughn Jackson piling in the third shortly afterwards. However this match will
be remembered for the ‘never say die’ attitude of both teams. Dragons never gave up going forward at every opportunity. Devils held on and broke forward whenever they could. Man-of-the-Match was Dave Simmons. In the final clash the Blue Sharks remembered how to play. They put the Yellow All Stars to the sword and could have scored 5 or 6, but did not due to some excellent goal keeping by skipper Johny Kolas. The midfield trio of Javed Shearer, Joovens Joseph and Neri Williams spread the ball here and there while Junior Paul looked menacing in and around the area. The pressure mounted and the goals came through some excellent interchange play.
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October 27 - November 2, 2012
Large turnout for FIFA Women’s Coaching Course ALMOST 30 coaches participated in a FIFA Women’s Coaching Course last week at the TCIFA headquarters. The four day course was aimed at developing methods to coach female players both technically and tactically as well as understanding the specific physiological and psychological characteristics of female players. This is the second FIFA course that the TCIFA has held
for women’s football in the past 12 months and it follows on the back of FIFA’s donation of equipment to teams in the Women’s Football League. The association is fully committed to developing the female side of the game and the world’s governing body clearly is impressed with what is being done in the Turks and Caicos Islands. The four-day course was divided
into theory and practical sessions which used players from the TCIFA Youth Academies and Centres of Excellence. The coaches were given plenty of opportunities to learn more about the game so that they can improve the levels of coaching in their schools, club teams and regional academies. The course was conducted by FIFA Instructor Andrea Rodebaugh
Some of the female coaches at the four-day event
Super7s Football League:
Expendables and Pedagogue FC remain undefeated
EXPENDABLES secured the top spot in the Super 7s League, but only on goal difference given that they are levelled on points with another undefeated team—Pedagogue FC. Three other teams are one point
below on six each. The Expendables had to work hard to break down a spirited performance from the Centre of Excellence boys. Despite having an average age of 13,
TCICA T-20 Cricket competition:
Brown hits half-century in Jam Turk’s win
THE Jam Turk team prevailed over the Quality Supermarket Kings in a nail-biting finish in the TCICA T-20 Cricket competition last Sunday at the Downtown Ball Park, Providenciales. Quality Kings won the toss and posted a respectable 173-8 from their allotted 20 overs. Skipper Earl Henry scored 52 runs (6x4s and 1x6) and Jeremy Jones added 50 (8x4s and 1x6). Bowling for Jam Turk Delano Hall captured 3-33 runs from four
overs In reply, Jam Turk reached 174-9 from 19.1 overs. The top scorers were Douglas Brown with a belligerent 71 runs (3x4s and 7x6s) and Dane Ritchie with 28 (2x4s and 2x6s). Glen Campbell chipped in with 17 runs Bowling for the Kings Anish Thomas bagged 4-20 from 3.1 overs and Robert Johnson and Colin Williams collected two wickets each.
the young boys are proving that they have the ability to hold their own against stronger and more experienced players. Pegguy Derilien scored four goals and Gladimy Prott added another for the Expendable, but excellent goals from Ras Diamond and Gabriel Diotte ensured the COE team could leave the field with their heads head high despite losing 5-2. Pedagogue FC defeated Police 2-1 after Romaine Small scored twice for the league’s second placed team. Sabuton John scored the Lawmen’s first goal of the season. Cheshire Hall, recorded an impressive 6-0 victory against the SWA Sharks. Navar Cumberland and Bobby Kwatt both scored hat-tricks in the one sided contest. Next week games look like they will be exciting affairs as the Expendables take on the much improved AFC Academy and the Teachers take on their namesakes, Pedagogue FC. Cheshire Hall face the COE Boys whilst the Police will aim to get their first win of the season against SWA Sharks.
who captained the Mexican national team in the 1999 World Cup and who also coached the U-20 National team. This was her second visit to the islands and she was again impressed with the TCIFA’s women’s programme. “It is great to see an association fully support women’s football and judging by the enthusiasm and discipline of the young female players the TCIFA is doing a great job in developing women’s football”. Course participants included many players from the WFL as well as the TCIFA’s Development Officers from Grand Turk and South Caicos, Clifford Blake and Cadriene James. There were also several players from the TCIFA girls Centre of Excellence. Yarileny De La Cruz, Kadine Delphin and Shinaydine Pluviose clearly benefited from this experience as they are also active in the associations’ youth programmes assisting the senior coaches during Academy sessions. The course also attracted participants from overseas as Daria Adderley, Lashane Dean (Bahamas) and Melessa Bruno (Grenada) accepted the association’s invitation to attend the course. Candace Hanchell, who is a TCIFA Executive Director and WFL President attended the course and thoroughly enjoyed the event: “I was proud to see that there was such a large number of participants who were eager to learn and to take on new challenges. It is a clear indication that women’s football is growing rapidly in the Turks & Caicos
Islands. Ms. Andrea Rodebaugh was an excellent instructor and exceeded our expectations”. Technical Director Matthew Green was delighted with the event: “This is another feather in the cap for the TCIFA, we continue to be one of the most active associations in the region with regards to youth and female development. The participants learned a lot this week which will help with the coaching of players in our schools and regional academies. It was great to see so many young people involved as well because these are our future national coaches. The course will hopefully encourage a few more people to support what we are doing and allow their children and students to participate in a sport that will teach them discipline, improve their self-esteem and give them a chance to perhaps go to college and or have football help them in their careers”. TCIFA General Secretary Sonia Bien-Aime was equally pleased with the proceedings. ”Our women’s programmes continue to develop at an impressive rate. We are able to provide our female players, both young and old a chance to play football in a variety of formats throughout the year. This course will go a long way to consolidating what we have achieved in recent years as well as laying the foundation for further success in the future; thanks to FIFA, Andrea and all our participants for making the event such a success”.
Filipino Basketball League:
Hartling and Allied Management Services set to battle for top spot DEFENDING champions Hartling will face a tough Allied Management Services (AMS) team when the bestin-three final starts on Sunday at the Gus Lightbourne Sports Complex court. Although Hartling won the regular season encounter the Mark Micabalo-led AMS team has picked up speed. Also on Sunday HAB and Moneygram will battle for the third place title. In the semi-finals last Sunday Hartling defeated HAB 83-71. The defending champs’ Lorenzana led the attack with 23 points while centre Richard Sanchez powered his way to 20 points. The in-form Otero King scored 21 points for HAB. Allied Management Services defeated Moneygram 83-65 in the second semi-final. Micabalo scored 33 points to lead the charge. Junel Baybay had 21 for Moneygram.
Mark Micabalo is the key player for Allied Management Services if they are to dethrone Hartling as Filipino basketball champs.
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TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS
Munnings on fire in PHL season opener REJHAN Munnings continued where he left off with the hockey stick as he scored nine goals on the opening day of this season’s Provo Hockey League. Playing for the Saunders and Co. Flames he scored all of their goals in their 6-6 draw with the TCBC Pirates, before scoring three goals in their 9-3 victory over the Carib Gaming Panthers. Christian Robinson scored six goals for the Flames in that victory. BANTAM DIVISION J and W Construction Hurricanes made light work of the Coco Bistro Lightning 8-3. Ricaldo Valcin led the attack with four successful strikes while Orrin Campbell and Dylan Ayer added
a pair each. Prior to that, last season’s champs, the Lightning, also lost to the Scotiabank Sharks 5-4. Sebastian Turbyfield scored three while Liam Delancy added a pair. Javiera Bovell scored all four goals for the Lightning. MINI DIVISION Another defending champion, the Gansevoort Gators, went down to the Gracebay Car Rental and Sales Owls 8-4 in the Mini Division. Gabriel Osmond and Carson Greytrex scored three goals each for the Owls while Zachary Scholar and Giovanni Astwood had a pair each for the Gators. The Owls later lost to the Sailrock Lobsters 2-1.
Provo Amateur Basketball Association:
Defending champs lose opener THE BATTLE between defending champions the Flyers and arch rivals South Caicos Harbour Boys heated up the opening weekend of the Provo Amateur Basketball Association (PABA) with the latter gaining revenge. Led by seasoned player Alvardo Parker, the visiting team powered to a 79-74 point victory on Friday night at the Gus Lightbourne Sports Complex. Parker scored 16 points, while he grabbed eight boards, dished out seven assists and had eight huge blocks. The night opened with the Grand Turk Stallions defeating the Knights 107-51. Ira Taylor scored 18 points and grabbed 10 rebounds to lead the winners. Peterson Sylvain led the Knights’ attack with 15 points and seven boards. On Saturday night Shottas defeated North Caicos Spartans 6556, while the Steelers stopped the Cobras and the Predators defeated the Police team. Games continue this weekend. Meanwhile the PABA High School Development League is scheduled to start on Saturday at
15:00h (3 pm) with seven school teams set to compete. The teams
“Puck-off”: all were ready for the start of the 2012/2013 PHL season Players from bottom left: Jaden Robinson, Carson Greytrex, Kendle Williams Jr, Javiera Bovell, Myhron Pereira and Valentine Antolinez. Team Sponsors: top left to right Rob Ayer for Gansevoort (Gators), Dave Parlee for J & W Construction (Flames), Stuart Gray for Coco Bistro (Lightning), Ted Weldon for Sail Rock (Lobsters) and Candice Watkins for Carib Gaming (Panthers).
are: Clement Howell ‘A’ and ‘B’ teams, Maranatha High School, Edward Gartland Youth Centre,
TCIPS, British West Indies Collegiate and Wesley Methodist School. All teams are asked to
The South Caicos Harbour Boys gained revenge over rivals the Flyers after an opening victory.
be at the Gus Lightbourne Sports Complex for the opening of the league.
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October 27 - November 2, 2012
October 27 - November 2, 2012
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October 27 - November 2, 2012