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Compromise needed if highrise development is to proceed

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Hoffmann hands back Salt Cay land

CORRUPTION-accused developer Mario Hoffmann has surrendered his Belongership and handed back 1,506 acres of Salt Cay land to the government.

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From left, CIP’s Senior Vice President, Mr. Mark Mungo, and Mr. Hugh McLean making their pitch to encourage support for the project

Massive turnout in Provo for the consultation on the high-rise development

Compromise needed if highrise development is to proceed

BY VANESSA NARINE

WEDNESDAY night’s consultation on the development of a 28-storey European Plan (EP) Hotel and Conference Centre with retail and professional offices, underscored the need for compromise on both sides.

The meeting, held at the GustarvusLightbourne Complex, drew a massive crowd of over 350 persons with differing views on whether the development by Skyline Development Co gets the green light or not.

The proposed development exceeds current building height and requirements as set out in the Turks and Caicos Islands’ Development Plan and its approval will require changes to the legislation.

The current maximum number of stories permitted by law is limited to seven.

However, major players have given their endorsement for the project, including the Tourism Board.

Director of Tourism, Mr Ralph Higgs, said apart from the environmental concerns, this development should be welcomed.

“We have to embrace the changing

times,” he said.

The proposed development to date has been pitched to the Governor, the Advisory Council, the Planning Board, and leaders of the two political parties and has been in the works for at least six months.

The Turks and Caicos Islands Government (TCIG) maintains that while the project will bring a significant investment to the struggling local economy, no approval will be given without consensus from the people.

There is a statutory obligation to secure public feedback for any changes to the development manual, which is a product of the Building Regulations under the Physical Planning Ordinance.

MASSIVE INVESTMENT Belonger and former practicing attorney, Mr Hugh McLean, is spearheading the development and is reportedly a 50 per cent owner in the proposed project.

McLean and colleague, Mr Mark Mungo, who is a senior vice president with CIP Group – a company specialising in commercial and residential high-rise construction – pitched their proposal to those at

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the meeting in hopes of receiving support.

McLean noted that the investment would be a massive $200m project that could start as soon as six months after approval is given, with the timetable for completion set at two and a half years.

According to him, the development would feature three buildings, two 22-storeys and one 28-storey, and would rank as a four and a half star facility.

These, he said, would house a 200room hotel, 400 condominiums, a 1,200 square feet conference centre, a spa, three restaurants, a retail and commercial space and a racquet club with stadium seating.

McLean stressed that this project could be a game changer for the local economy, as it would maximise on the TCI’s advantages of having world-acclaimed beaches, good infrastructure and most importantly, its ideal location to the North American market.

He said the conference centre will be an added attraction for major companies that want to bring major conventions to the islands but never had the resources to do so before.

McLean noted that conference will be the 35th largest in the region.

According to him, the project will largely be targeting the Canadian market, particularly since the global financial crisis did not significantly impact the Canadian market.

McLean stated that some $5.5m is allocated for the development’s marketing budget.

He noted that the development will increase tourism, increase investor confidence in the TCI, increase government revenue, increase activity in the construction sector and provide hundreds of jobs for local people.

TRADE-OFF McLean noted that the decision had to be a trade-off between jobs and government income and the legitimate concerns of stakeholders.

He pointed out that local employment would be between 75 and 90 per cent, with a minimum of 447 permanent jobs in the hospitality sector and 35 permanent jobs in

retail.

The construction sector, according to him, will see an investment of $37m and 502 jobs.

McLean added that government revenue is estimated at $214m over 20 years, in addition to the land sale at an approximate $20m.

He stated that the development also makes provisions for a Belonger programme, where Belongers get 50 per cent off the sale price of 204 of the 408 condominiums.

While McLean’s pitch saw many supporting him, the proposed development faced equally strong opposition.

The debate that followed was a heated one.

One TC Islander asked if Skyline Development Co would be willing to accept less than 28-storeys.

McLean noted that the 28-storey with no concessions will make the operation profitable, but if the development has to be scaled down then some concessions would have to be made by the government.

He said something that is significantly less than 28-storeys will not be economically feasible.

HEATED DEBATE Vocal activist, MsEwonkaSelver, noted that the promise of 447 jobs and 50 per cent discounts is not enough to buy off the people.

She noted that Beaches Resort does not go above the seven-storey limit and employ over 1,400 persons.

McLean debunked this comment, pointing out that of that 1,400 the number of local employed dims in comparison to the employment rate that the project is proposing.

Selver went on to highlight the risks in the event of a fire in a 28-storey building, particularly when the current resources of the local fire department.

McLean, in response, noted that this concern was raised in earlier meetings and the developers of the project will bear the costs of constructing a fire station, if government can provide the land and other resorts in the area will contribute to its operational costs.

Another major point raised by Selver was the fact that TCI is going green and the potential pollution

from such a massive development will impact the environment.

McLean argued that the developers will abide by all laws, including the environmentally friendly practices.

Selver highlighted that massive buildings have problems with sinking, and cited the situation in China where construction of high rises are being subjected to restrictions because of this.

A Belonger at the meeting in support of the project lashed this down when he pointed out that the soil type in Bahamas is similar to the TCI and Bahamas has higher buildings than 28-storeys.

The CIP senior president, put in his bit here, noting that engineers would observe due diligence in putting down a structure of this size.

Another Belonger stood up to categorically state that the TCI needs an investment that will put millions into the local economy.

Local politician and developer, Mr Washington Missick, stated that this decision ought to be left up to a democratically elected government.

However, McLean noted that discussions have been on-going for at least six months and investors need an answer or they may withdraw their interest.

McLean explained that a development agreement will not be the first priority on the agenda of an incoming government and, as such, it may be months before an agreement gets the government’s attention.

He added that when discussions began there was no date set for elections and the project’s stakeholders started discussions with the interim administration, rather than wait for an unknown date.

Missick pointed to the need for the development manual to be reviewed and address the maximum storey limit, as well as other issues such as rezoning to encourage diversity, rather than have tourist attractions to be based in the Grace Bay area.

He reiterated the need to wait for an incoming government, before making a decision on moving forward with such a project.

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VAT Bill signed into law – Boyle says Forum recommendations have been taken on board VALUE Added Tax (VAT) is now law, with Acting Governor, Mr Patrick Boyle, signing the bill on Thursday.

VAT continues to face widespread opposition from the both political parties, the business community and the tourism community, among other sections of society.

In the last two weeks, the bill passed the Advisory Council and the Consultative Forum, but the forum was divided on the vote to pass VAT. Several persons also resigned from the council following the push to implement the new tax regime.

However, according to Boyle, several recommendations made by the forum were taken on board and are either dealt with in the VAT Ordinance or in the VAT regulations, which will be made public in the next two months.

Regulations are the detailed rules and procedures that are supplementary to certain ordinances and have the same compliance requirements as the main ordinance, but are easier to update and change when required.

The minister responsible generally can approve them, whereas amendments to ordinances require approval by a vote of the whole TCI House of Assembly.

Boyle said, “The VAT regulations are still being finalised and will be published in the next eight weeks.

“In addition to clarifying all the zero-rated and exempted items, they will also set out how the government intends VAT will be applied to each industry sector, allowing plenty of time for businesses to prepare for the VAT implementation in a little over eight months’ time.”

The forum’s recommendations include: • Publishing the full list of VAT zero-rated and exempt list in the VAT regulations. The government has already confirmed that fruit and vegetables, fresh meats, hurricane supplies, leases, rents, water and electricity, amongst a wide range of other items, will be zero-rated or exempt.

• Clarification on how import VAT will be determined on a mixed consignment of exempt and nonexempt items, all delivered in the same shipping container, will be set out in the VAT regulations.

• Further extending VAT exemption to: – Gas/propane used for cooking and lighting, along with all other fuels – Bulk building materials such as sand and aggregates, in order to further support the local

Acting Governor Mr Patrick Boyle

construction industry – Any other essential items identified over the next eight weeks prior to finalisation of the VAT regulations, that can be included within the exempt list, whilst still meeting overall revenue neutrality for VAT implementation Also, the Insurance Premiums Sales Tax Ordinance will now continue in force after April 1, 2013 and insurance premiums will be treated as exempt for VAT purposes and continue to be subject to the existing 2.5 per cent sales tax.

Boyle said, “I hope that everyone who took part in this debate can put their differences of opinion behind them to help make the implementation of VAT as successful as possible.

“VAT implementation here is

Compromise needed if high-rise... continued

of the project pointed out that there ought to be a tripartite meeting with the government and the two political parties so that whichever party is elected there would be a clear understanding of the development.

A non-supporter of the project questioned the motive behind involving the people in this discussion, when other key policy moves were made without real input from the local people.

It was pointed out, by another individual, that there is a statutory obligation to secure public feedback for any changes to the development manual.

Mr Gilbert Morris, from the Resort Owners’ Economic Council, pointed to the legal implications of changing the development manual, since once Skyline Development Co gets the green light, there is no stopping others from going higher.

He added that in delivery the proposal, more technical information could have been provided, to give a stronger fact base to encourage support.

BLOWS McLean took a few blows when several persons at the meeting stood up to point out that the last three projects he worked on did not

employ any local people.

In response McLean stated that he was not in a position of authority on the projects mentioned and as such could not influence decisions.

However, he noted that this time around things are different and local will not be denied employment.

Another non-supporter, who is a construction worker, pointed out that no local construction crews have any experience on high-rises and questioned how they will be able to gain employment with no experience.

McLean was unable to respond here.

SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT A significant point raised was the need for sustainable development.

A Belonger questioned whether there was a study done on the environmental impacts such a large development would have.

McLean responded by saying that no investment in a study will be made until there is some assurance that project will go ahead.

He added that such a study will have to be done anyway, since it is a requirement of the Planning Board.

A real estate agent added her bit, when she noted that this will not do any good for the real estate market since high-rises are out of character for what the TCI is about.

She noted that TCI’s exclusivity it what brings tourists here when other destinations have trouble attracting people to their shores.

The agent stressed the need for the government to be sensitive about what makes the TCI special and preserve it.

A TC Islander, working with Big Blue, stated that he has seen the degradation of the reefs and loss of life in the underwater world and this development will not help, but will hurt marine life further.

He lashed out at McLean for trying to sell the local people an “easy ticket,” jobs to people who do not have jobs and are badly in need of them.

Another non-supporter of the development, MrJamel Robinson, questioned whether there was a lack of investors in the TCI. Head of the Inward Investment Unit, Rebecca Astwood, who was present, stated that the interim administration is in negotiations on 38 projects in nine islands in the TCI. On that note, Robinson stressed, that there is not a lack of inward investment and maintained that the TCI should remain a low density, high-end tourist destination.

The public meeting was the start of a three-week consultation that will see the interim administration gathering feedback from the people before a decision is made.

about providing our essential public services with a more predictable, regular and stable cash flow.

“If we can harness the energy and creativity of TCI’s businesses, I am sure that we can be successful together.

“The forum made clear that they would like to see more examples of how VAT will affect the man or woman in the street and smaller businesses, as part of a wider education programme.

“We accept too that the VAT debate so far ended up being above their heads between government and TCI's bigger businesses. We are working on this now.”

The effective rate of VAT to be charged in the Turks and Caicos Islands will be 11 per cent - which is the second lowest rate in the Caribbean region, after Haiti, and is the same level as Accommodation Tax currently charged in the TCI. The VAT registration threshold for businesses not already registered for Accommodation Tax will be set at a turnover of $200,000 in annual gross sales, which is the highest threshold in the Caribbean (Antigua and Barbuda are the next highest at $110,000).

There will be approximately 400 VAT registered businesses in the TCI at the $200,000 registration level, when VAT begins next year.

The VAT registration threshold for businesses already registered for Accommodation Tax will be set at a

lower threshold of $50,000 to mitigate against any loss of tax revenue from businesses with turnovers between $50,000 and $200,000.

There is a large range of VAT exempt supplies, which are those goods and services that will not be directly subject to VAT: including basic food items including rice, flour, sugar, milk and eggs, chicken, fish and meat, fresh fruit and vegetables.

In addition, infant supplies, personal hygiene products, hurricanes shutters, cement, steel, fuel, property leases and rents, property sales where stamp duty is applied, medical services, transportation, religious services and printed materials.

There will also be a range of zero rated supplies – water, electricity, exports – which are goods and services that will be taxable, but at a VAT rate of zero per cent, allowing a VAT registrant to claim input tax credit on inputs used in making the zero rated supplies.

Import duties will be generally reduced by between 10 and 15 per cent to offset the effect of VAT being included in the cost of imports.

Improved compliance arrangements being introduced: the number of revenue staff rising from eight to at least 23, a new IT system and improved co-ordination with customs staff.

VAT will be implemented in Turks and Caicos Islands from April 1, 2013.

80 Haitians turned over to immigration after police intercept sloop – Another 30 believed to have escaped EIGHTY Haitians entering the Turks and Caicos Islands illegally on Saturday were turned over to immigration, after RTCIP marine officers intercepted a Haitian sloop in TCI waters.

Utilising the marine division vessel Seaquest, the officers were able to intercept the Haitian sloop a significant distance off the shores of TCI. Reports are that while bringing the sloop and its passengers into South Dock, Seaquest’spropellers became entangled in buoy rope approximately a mile from South Dock, which rendered the vessel inoperable.

According to the police, at this time the sloop became detached from Seaquest and was able to make landfall in the Silly Creek area.

Seaquest had approximately 50 illegal migrants on board when this incident occurred, these subjects,

with the assistance of a local boat operator were ferried to shore and turned over to immigration officials.

An extensive land operation was undertaken by the police with the assistance of immigration, Port Authority Security and local citizens, which resulted in approximately another 30 illegal migrants being located and detained.

The police are continuing their search for the remainder of the illegal migrants believed to number approximately 30, within the communities in TCI. The Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police are asking for members of the public to come forward should they know the whereabouts of any of these subjects.

Anyone with further information can call the police on 911 or Crimestoppers on 1-8008477.

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

Governor gets final say on VAT THE Consultative Forum debated the Valued Added Tax (VAT) Bill on Thursday, and members were left divided.

The forum listened to the views of the Turks and Caicos Independent Business Council (TCIBC) and the leaders of the political parties who were not in attendance.

At the end of the session five members voted in favour of the bill, while the other five abstained from giving it the green light.

The final decision is now up to the Governor.

What are your thoughts?

Sad state of affairs

At the end of the day it does not matter what the forum says, the Governor has already decided the outcome even before it was presented to the forum for debate.

What is interesting though is that the forum members were appointed to represent the views of the people of the TCI. Despite the majority of the views of the TCI, which is to delay VAT at this time, five members still voted for VAT. The forum members do not vote based on the people views.

They vote based on themselves with their own agenda hoping to retain their positions on the various statutory bodies and even possibly candidates for deputy Governor.

It is time that the forum members put country above personal agenda.

The other five who abstained need to make up their mind, either they are for it or they are against it.

The forum members need to consult the people of TCI, they need to hold public meetings to inform and hear the viewpoints of

the public.

The people of the TCI have spoken.

Some have asked for a delay while others have asked for a complete cancellation of VAT. Why can’t the interim administration honour this request?

One-man show

Who are we kidding? It is already passed we are just waiting on the Governor to say so.

We all know this is a one-man show and most of these bills are only going through a process to satisfy the minds of people that there has been a vote.

In fact, whatever the Governor says that is it and nothing else seems to matter.

How could he be talking about VAT when he has not even discussed price control?

Brits’ version of democracy If the final say is left up to the Governor, then we know that as usual, democracy will not prevail and he will pass it despite 90 per cent of the country not wanting it.

That is the British idea of democracy.

Paying for past scams

In defying the basic tenets of taxation, the government is seeking to force in a plan to create a tax base that will cost more to administer than the taxes to be collected.

The basic premise of VAT for the TCI is weak, false and leads the people to pay for corruption.

Before the interim administration took over in 2009 the former government rammed through parliament the InterHealth deal all with the cooperation of parliament.

Because of this scam, $60m goes annually to InterHealth, the NHIP etc, and previous debt has lead to the islands running loans in the hundreds of millions of dolllars.

As a result of these loans created by these scams on the people there is in place a loan guarantee from the UK government.

To maintain this guarantee and to keep payments constant, according to the CFO, VAT is now being forced on the islands.

The votes at the forum opposed to VAT signified public opinion which will signal that most people in these islands have no confidence in VAT, do not trust VAT, have no belief in its rationale, doubt its validity and believe deeply that it will sink the economy.

There could be bigger debt, more economic chaos and suffering.

The people of these islands had no hand in NHIP or InterHealth Canada debts created by the government, but yet they are the ones being forced to pay for someone else’s scam.

All over

It is all over, but for the shouting.

Band Aid

It is amazing the VAT tax did not pass the forum.

Members who would be against the tax had

already resigned.

When the final decision was left up to the politicians, there is a message - future elected governments will have to deal with the ramifications of the tax.

Meanwhile despite all the petitions and negatives Governor Ric Todd has just picked up the biggest rubber stamp made in London.

The Lillian-led forum copped out and Governor Todd will employ his rubber stamp of approval.

When economies turn down you encourage business by lowering taxes not raising them.

The VAX tax is all about paying off the cost of NHIP and the $260m loan created to handle the bills run up by the last elected government.

VAT is just one more Band Aid on the fractured economy.

TCIBC not king

Who made the TCIBC king? I think many of these people are just shooting off their mouths because they have one or they need the publicity.

Why make so much noise and not attend the meeting that you were invited to.

The general public needs to get together and discuss these views.

I believe the political parties need to rally the people together and discuss this matter.

Break it down in layman terms, stand firm in its decision and get this mess over.

The Brits just want to play the cat and lion game and we need to get serious.

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Political parties reject high-rise development matter of urgency.

“A future PNP Government will make this a priority from day one in office in addition to entertaining new development proposals consistent with our current legislation. This will ensure Belonger placement for jobs and enable maximization of economic benefits to our country and people.”

BY VANESSA NARINE BOTH political parties have declined endorsement of `the development of a 28-storey European Plan (EP) Hotel and Conference Centre with retail and professional offices proposed by Skyline Development Co. The Progressive National Party, on Thursday in a statement, said it is in support of development that is consistent with current national planning legislation, regulations and guidelines; hence, it cannot support the high-rise development.

The PNP said, “The decision to change the planning regulations to accommodate this development is not a decision that the Interim Administration should make.

“It is the position of The Progressive National Party that a decision of this importance and magnitude should only be made by a democratically elected Turks and Caicos Islands Government.”

PNP Leader Dr. Rufus Ewing

PDM Deputy Leader Mrs. Sharlene Cartwright-Robinson

According to the PNP, wide stakeholder consultation and in depth impact studies will formulate a comprehensive physical development plan that is consistent with our tourism marketing policy that will guide future development

on our islands.

The PNP said, “There are currently a number of other local development projects that have been stalled by the Interim Administration. We strongly believe that the focus should be reactivating these projects as a

MUCH TO CONSIDER Deputy Leader of the People's Democratic Movement (PDM), Mrs. Sharlene Cartwright-Robinson, noted that the party is not in a position to endorse the current proposal.

According to her, while the party is cognizant of the dire need for jobs, inward investments and fresh revenue streams in the country, there is much to consider.

She said, “The factors that need to be taken into consideration, such as the height, is a matter for planning and must be dealt with in the light

of a comprehensive master plan for the area in which it is proposed to be built. Factors such as existing resorts and residential dwellings must also be taken into consideration.”

However, she noted that i the majority of the general public is convinced that such a project is necessary and should be allowed in, then those sentiments should be represented to the relevant authorities.

The proposed development would feature three buildings, two 22-storeys and one 28-storey, and would rank as a four and a half star facility. It would house, a 200-room hotel, 400 condominiums, a 1,200 square feet conference centre, a spa, three restaurants, a retail and commercial space and a racquet club with stadium seating.

The investment is tagged at $200m, in addition to other possible revenues to be generated in other areas.

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TCIBC looking into challenging VAT

BY VANESSA NARINE

THE Turks and Caicos Independent Business Council (TCIBC) will be looking into the grounds on which it can challenge the newly signed Value

Added Tax (VAT) law, according to chair, Mr Clive Stanbrook.

At a press briefing on Thursday, Stanbrook explained that the bill was passed in such a way to avoid challenge.

Mario Hoffmann

Hoffmann hands back Salt Cay land – Developer agrees to out of court settlement

C ORRU P T ION - a c c u s e d developer Mario Hoffmann has surrendered his Belongership and handed back 1,506 acres of Salt Cay land to the government.

In an out of court settlement Mr Hoffmann and the Salt Cay Development Companiesalso agreed to contribute toTCIG’s costs.

However the Slovak businessman refuses to admit any wrongdoing and continues to maintain his innocence.

In 2009 the Commission of Inquiry revealed that the government sold Crown land to Mr Hoffmann for a suspiciously low price.

Commissioner Sir Robin Auld claimed that there was “information of possibly corrupt and/or otherwise seriously dishonest involvement including misfeasance in public office” relating to the former Premier’s dealings with the developer.

Mr Hoffmann battled for a number of years to have the allegations retracted but lost his case.

In a press release this week he said that he was happy to put the matter behind him.

“We have at all times maintained our innocence with respect to all allegations of misconduct and corruption made against us and determined that it was most convenient and expedient to enter into the settlement rather than continue on with the disputes in relation to Salt Cay,” he said.

“We are pleased to put these

disputes behind us.

“We have maintained our innocence at all times and continue to think that our project for Salt Cay was a good one for the people of Salt Cay and the Turks and Caicos Islands.

“After litigating these issues for several years, in light of all mutual claims we felt it best to settle these disputes now and move forward with our other businesses.

“We thank the people of Salt Cay for their trust and confidence in us."

The terms of the settlement are confidential, but the parties have agreed to make public all significant terms.

Firstly, Mr Hoffmann and the Development Companies have transferred all the lands on Salt Cay which they own or lease to TCIG, totalling some 1,506 acres.

They have also made a contribution to TCIG's costs and Mr Hoffmann has surrendered his Belongership.

Neither Mr Hoffmann nor the Development Companies admitted any wrongdoing or civil or criminal liability when entering into the settlement.

Attorney General, HuwShepheardsaid: “We are pleased that these disputes have now been settled, and in consequence that the position of Salt Cay is now secured with the transfer of all the respective lands on Salt Cay to the government.

“The government will be undertaking a broad consultation as to the future of Salt Cay.”

He noted that with the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Bill in place, the last word on possibly overturning VAT will end up with the United Kingdom’s Secretary of State.

However, the prominent businessperson and Queen’s Counsel, pointed out that while legally the “buck stops at the Secretary of State” the question at this stage will be the extent of due process.

Stanbrook stated that it will be a process driven appeal, rather than a substantive appeal.

According to him, the overwhelming majority of the local people are not in favour of VAT and the interim administration’s rush to pass it before an elected government is in place makes one questions their motives.

A QUESTION OF MOTIVE Stanbrook pointed out that the interim administration was under no pressure to implement VAT as fast as they have passed it into law.

He pointed out that the administration rushed it past the Consultative Forum and Advisory Council without bringing a substantial document before the two groups – essentially, they did not know what they were approving.

“Why doesn’t anyone have a copy of the bill? The answer is that they have not finished it,” Stanbrook said.

The TCIBC chair lashed out at the administration for their disregard of the two groups that were established to represent the views of the local people.

He questioned the reason for establishing the groups in the first place.

Stanbrook proffered that the groups were possibly formed at the beginning of the administration’s rule to make direct rule easier to take and coming down to the end of the end, their views are being widely

disregarded.

According to him, the VAT Bill was rushed past these groups to avoid a democratic mandate.

“They are rushing it because they did not want to carry on a debate they were already losing,” he said.

The TCIBC chair explained that the administration’s argument that businesses are opposing VAT because they do not want to implement it is empty rhetoric.

He made it clear that big businesses will have no problem implementing VAT. Stanbrook explained that the problem is that VAT is not good for the local economy, and businesspersons who know the economy are voicing their opposition because if the economy suffers, so will their businesses.

“The health of the community is the health of our businesses…VAT is bad for the economy,” he stressed.

NOT SHUTTING UP Stanbrook maintained that the message at this stage is that opposers of VAT will not shut up.

“This will remain a live issue that is focused on the way in which this was done, as well as what was in fact done,” he said.

The TCIBC chair added that the council will be hosting a public meeting at the GustarvusLightbourne Complex on Tuesday to focus on educating the local people on the impact of VAT. He said, “We are inviting everyone along for an educational experience.

“We invited the interim administration, but they didn’t think they would win any arguments there and they didn’t think they would win any support so they bottled out of that.”

Stanbrooksaid that the ‘consultations’ held by the interim administration failed to provide the average man on the street with

Members of the TCIBC at Thursday’s press briefing

the answers to aid in adequately understanding the impact of VAT. To that end, he maintained that the council will be pushing forward with its opposition to VAT. Stanbrook said, “We will conduct a referendum as soon as we have access to the voters roll and we will see where we are.

“If the position is that there is overwhelming preponderance of everybody in the country that does not want to see VAT implemented, then we will continue our programme of education, but we will also continue our programme of opposition to the government.”

CONSTITUTIONAL CRISIS Another member of the TCIBC, Dr Sam Slattery, noted that it is the civic duty of the council to educate people.

He said that in this way those who are democratically elected will truly have a mandate to speak on behalf of the people.

Slattery called the passage of the VAT Bill an “obscene” act, given the widespread opposition by the people, as well as the political leaders.

However, he acknowledged that moving to have it repealed could raise a constitutional crisis, since it would raise complex questions about TCI’s relationship with the UK, among others.

According to him, to ignore the will of the people also brings up questions of the principles of democracy.

Other members of the council present for the press briefing included members of the Turks and Caicos Society of Architects, Surveyors and Engineers (TCASE), the Turks and Caicos Hotel and Tourism Association (TCHTA) and the telecommunication sector.

VAT is expected to come into force on April 1, 2013, at a rate of 11 per cent.

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Political rhetoric marks PNP’s first rally

BY VANESSA NARINE

Political rhetoric marked the Progressive National Party’s (PNP) first rally, as their campaigning for the upcoming elections got underway last Saturday at the party’s headquarters.

The rally followed a family fun day and junkanoo, with music from local ‘We Funk’ band – which altogether left supporters enthused, as they listened to the members of the PNP. Five speakers took to the campaign platform, with at least three taking turns bashing the Brits.

Some supporters were disappointed that the politicians did not attempt to outline their vision for the future, except to say that under the PNP the Turks and Caicos Islands will be a better place for all.

Leader, Dr Rufus Ewing, acknowledged disorder in the PNP as he began his address by saying “our house is finally in order,” adding that better days are ahead.

He stated that the PNP has a strong record in education and will continue with this trend to ensure that the local people are able to realise their maximum potential.

While he also singled out the economy, health care and social services as areas for improvement, Ewing did not elaborate on how these would be addressed.

The PNP Leader stressed the need to move ahead collectively as a team and maintained that the campaign was about highlighting problems, getting solutions, sharing PNP’s vision for the TCI and introducing the PNP team.

Apart from the latter, the other objectives of the party’s first campaign were not realised.

Ewing, however, gave an impassioned speech on the need for

the people of the TCI to band together to end the oppression imposed by the British and the regressive policies that he said are hitting the people hard.

He urged the support of those gathered for the rally by reiterating the PNP’s commitment to providing opportunities and social advances, although how these would be accomplished was not elaborated on.

The PNP Leader pointed to the failings of the interim administration: their failure to develop the economy, their failure to market the TCI, their failure in providing healthcare for the people of the islands and their failure to create jobs, among others.

He charged that the Brits have been only looking after themselves, rather than the interest of the average TC Islander.

According to him, the road ahead will not be easy, but assured that the PNP team will forge ahead to bring greater prosperity to the TCI. He stated that under the PNP, the TCI will be more prosperous, secure and independent.

“Your PNP will deliver for you,” he said.

Ewing made it clear that the upcoming elections will be historic for the TCI. QUALITY OF LIFE Deputy Leader, Mr Carlos Simons, expanded on the party’s campaign slogan, ‘Dawn of a New Day’ and maintained that with new leaders the PNP will bring the advancement to TCI that it deserves.

He noted that coming out of more than three years of direct rule by the British, the local people have had no real input into the decisions that impact the lives of the average TC Islander.

PNP Leaders with their supporters at Saturday’s rally

According to him, quality of life is determined by the average person’s ability to buy food, buy clothes, afford healthcare and obtain employment, among other basic rights.

Simons noted that the day belongs to the youths and the PNP will ensure that it takes action, once in office, to provide opportunities for all.

The party’s Secretary General, Ms Sharon Simons, made her first appearance on the campaign platform and addressed quality of life for women, adding that the PNP will ensure that women’s issues and gender equality is a priority.

Public Relations Director Justin Missick, another newcomer to the political platform, spoke to youths and made it clear that the PNP has the concerns and interests of the

youth on their agenda.

He pointed out that the PNP was the party that built the first Community College in the TCI and said the PNP will set the foundation for the next generation of leaders.

According to him, under the interim administration scholarships have been cut, there has been no investment in recreational facilities for the youth and those returning home from college are being told that they are not qualified for the few jobs that do exist.

LOOK FORWARD National Executive Council (NEC) member, Mr Royal Robinson, also took to the platform and urged supporters not to look back, but be

forward looking towards better days ahead.

He noted that the PNP is ready to govern the TCI and return the country to the path of self-determination that it was on.

According to him, strength is not measured by the fall, but by the determination to get back up.

Robinson stated that the interim administration brought more troubles to the TCI, with the impending implementation of Value Added Tax (VAT) and other policy actions that are not in keeping with the people’s desires.

Party members concurred that the new PNP leadership team will be able to take back TCI and bring the advancements the people want, as the country develops.

Economic Development Strategy to be ready by August

– Incoming government not mandated to adopt strategy

BY VANESSA NARINE CONSULTATIONS on the Green Paper on Economic Development for the Turks and Caicos Islands concluded last week.

During the meetings critical questions were asked about the future of the local economy.

Interim Chief Economist, Mr Steve Pollard, said that the meetings had been helpful in introducing a different emphasis on development in the individual islands, as well as adding new objectives to the strategy.

On Monday, at the consultation in Providenciales, he maintained that the engagement of the community was quintessential in the development of the Economic Development Strategy.

According to him, the strategy is a work in progress which started four months ago.

It seeks to update the development plans formulated under the previous

administration, which were prepared for expenditure rather than policy and institutional reform.

He added that the previous plans were prepared at a time of national and economic growth, plans which are now out of date and unrepresentative of the present economic situation.

Pollard explained that the Strategy, for 2013 to 2017, updates earlier plans, making adjustments for the national and global recession and focuses on further reform to be considered for adoption.

He said other data taken from the 2012 census was also used to update the strategy and aligns it with possible plans for advancement in the TCI. The document is expected to be ready before the end of August EU REQUIREMENT The economist admitted that a completed strategy is something the

European Union (EU) would like to see in place.

Pollard explained that preparations for the next budget need to start by October or November this year, a clear clash with the elections timeline.

According to him, this is where the strategy comes in as a resource tool that provides the framework for future budget formulation.

Pollard said the medium-term strategy will act as a means of indicating TCI’s rational approach to managing economic development – a key indicator in the books of international creditors.

However, he made it clear that the strategy is not something that the incoming government is mandated to adopt, but a resource that will, undoubtedly, be helpful in going forward.

At the consultation in Provo, last Monday, Pollard said, “The document could be potentially

helpful…it will be better than having nothing.”

According to him, the purpose of the strategy is to alert the people of the work going on, the TCI’s current position, as well as the potential going forward.

“We are only making suggestions here,” he said.

The economist added that there is much potential in the TCI, with an educated people, the stability of the United States dollar and the country’s proximity to lucrative markets.

“The economic policies will depend on where the government wants to take the country,” he said.

Pollard stressed that this is a process that the elected politicians will eventually lead, reiterating that the strategy is a resource to aid their actions.

CONCERNS During the consultations, several questions were asked and they addressed: the need to diversify growth or continue on Provo focused growth; how can the

economy be diversified; whether more foreign investment be encouraged; how to promote domestic investment; whether TCI is ready for an open and competitive market; whether more public services be outsourced; and if migration of skills to the TCI be managed in the interest of the Belonger population, at the expense of future growth, among others.

Although the consultations drew relatively small crowds, those in attendance stressed key points.

At Monday’s meeting in Provo, several agreed that this is the wrong time for the discussion on an economic strategy, with elections only four months away and stakeholders being on different levels about where TCI is and where it is going.

The need for transparency by the interim administration was also mentioned.

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Haitian woman charged with scalding another with boiling sauce

A YOUNG Haitian woman who entered the TCI illegally has appeared in court accused of scalding another with boiling sauce.

Denise Joachim, appeared before Chief Magistrate Clifton Warner in the Providenciales Magistrates’ Court, charged with bothunlawful entry and inflicting grievous bodily harm.

Joachim revealed that she came to the TCI from Haiti two years ago on a boat to sell “goods”. She has no work permit and no legal immigration status in the TCI. She pled guilty to unlawful entry and told the magistrate, “I want to go home.” She was sentenced to three months imprisonment.

It was also alleged in court that on

July 12 at Five Cays, Joachim took a pot from the stove with boiling sauce and threw it on Johann Chaute.

Chaute was seriously burnt from the hot liquid but the accused, who was then joined by another female, was alleged to have proceeded to punch and kick her about the body.

Through an interpreter, Joachim elected to have the matter tried in the Magistrate’s Court but Magistrate Warner rejected her request stating, “It is serious business.”

She will appear in the Grand Turk Supreme Court on September 7 for a sufficiency hearing.

Joachim is to be deported after spending the jail time and pending the outcome of the scalding incident.

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one sore point in the 2012-2013 budget, where the tourism budget was cut and queried whether the strategy takes into consideration the need to focus more resources in tourism, diversify it and maximise on the return.

Pollard noted that the strategy supports growth through investment.

Dr Sam Slattery raised another key point, when he noted that the questions raised in the Green Paper on the strategy sound like policy questions.

Pollard, in response, assured that the strategy makes suggestions that the incoming government can take on board to advance development.

Slattery, pressed on, and questioned why the focus was being placed on growth and not stability.

He noted that if growth is a focus then it should be human resource growth, with investment in education and training for middle managers – resources that will ultimately allow TCI to develop.

ACKNOWLEDGE SUCCESS Slattery noted that TCI should be allowed to grow at its own pace, rather than rush growth using development models from other countries that are currently in a bad economic position.

He added that TCI’s past success should be acknowledged, rather than have emphasis placed

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on the only the last few years when mismanagement stained the country’s past successes.

Slattery pointed out that the business community did well in growing the economy over the last 25 years, before things went off track.

“We haven’t done so badly,” he said.

Pollard acknowledged the fact that the local business community has a relative amount of success.

The economist noted that the present economic potential to advance will depend on where stakeholders want to take it.

Ewonka Selver, who added her bit, lashed out at the interim administration’s miscarriage of justice, as she described it.

According to her, the administration’s moves to put in black and white that corrupt ministers of the former administration are responsible entirely for TCI’s current state of affairs is judging them guilty before they are even tried in a court of justice.

She too called for investment in the local people and paced growth.

Pollard maintained that the strategy focuses on having a well-governed country and stable economy leads to balanced, sustained and increasingly diversified growth and development providing equal opportunities and empowered for the people of TCI.

Case dismissed against ‘Miss Daisy’ A TAXI driver walked away from the Providenciales Magistrates’ Court swearing loudly after the magistrate dismissed the case against a woman, whom the driver claimed slammed into his taxi from behind causing damages.

DelroyLightbourne told the Weekly News after the case, that the magistrate did not make the right decision in his case against Clarita Gardiner Smith.

Lightbourne sought compensation from Smith for $2,100, which he claimed he spent to repair his taxi.

Smith was charged with driving without due care and attention and pled not guilty before Chief Magistrate Clifton Warner on July 19.

It was alleged that on January 13, 2012, Smith drove without due care and attention on the Grace Bay Road in her Toyota Rav 4 and caused an accident which resulted in rear end damages to Lightbourne’s taxi van.

Lightbourne testified that around 8am that morning he was on his way to the Golf Course with two passengers whom he picked up at Beaches.

He was driving at 35mph and upon approaching the street that led to Ocean Club West, he slowed down to facilitate a vehicle in front of him that signalled to turn right.

At that moment, he was struck from behind by a vehicle and upon inspecting his van, he discovered damages to his rear door and the right side of the vehicle.

He described the accident as a “forceful hit, a big impact”.

He admitted that he became upset and did not say anything to the defendant but concentrated his focus upon his passengers comfort and organised another taxi to take them to their destination.

A few days later he spoke to the defendant but she refused to fix his taxi because she did not think that she was in the wrong.

During cross-examination by defence attorney George Missick, Lightbourne denied that he caused the accident because he had missed the Grace Bay Road corner and was reversing.

He also denied hitting Smith’s vehicle while she was stationary.

On the witness stand, Smith, who is an insurance administrator at Scotiabank, said that it was a bright sunny morning and the traffic was busy.

She had just dropped her grandson off to school and was heading home in Leeward Palms at 25mph when the accident occurred.

She described herself as a prudent and careful driver who is always mindful of her surroundings when behind the wheel.

She had even earned the nickname ‘Miss Daisy’ by those who knew her because she never went beyond the speed limit.

She explained that she was driving behind the taxi at a vehicle length away when the taxi slowed and suddenly stopped.

She immediately slowed and stopped as well but “in the wink of an eye” the taxi began to reverse into her jeep rapidly.

She looked in the rear view and saw vehicles behind her. She realised that she had to make a “quick decision”; either pulled to the left into oncoming traffic or veer to the right into the fencing outside the nearby complex.

It was then that she realised “My only saving grace was to stay in place and hope that oncoming taxi do not take my life,” she stated.

She kept her foot firmly on the brakes, blew her horn and then checked the time before putting her hand up to protect her face from the airbag. It was 8.11am.

The insurance company wrote off jeep as ‘totalled’.

Crown Prosecutor Leanne Brooks marvelled that the defendant had time to do all this in a wink of an eye.

She felt it incredulous that given the different speeds at which the two vehicles were travelling, the taxi was able to gather sufficient speed in just one car length to completely write off her jeep.

Police constable KelyLuima testified that he did not take a statement from persons at the scene because “The accident scene spoke for itself”.

Left with only four photographs taken by Lightbourne and no other supporting evidence from the police save and except a statement from Lightbourne, Magistrate Warner was hard pressed to come to a decision.

In the end he dismissed the case against Smith and advised Lightbourne to take the matter to the civil court.

Man smashes police vehicle so he could meet magistrate A YOUNG man desperate for help with his drinking problem resorted to a dramatic act in order to secure an audience with a magistrate.

Travis Handfield appeared in the Providenciales Magistrates’ Court charged with malicious injuries to property and boldly told Chief Magistrate Clifton Warner he was “guilty, with explanation”.

Crown Counsel Leanne Brooks told the court that on July 14 around 2.40am, police officers observed the defendant on CCTV as he entered the Five Cays police station compound.

He walked towards a parked government-owned police vehicle and threw an object into the rear window.

The act produced a loud noise and police ranks went out to investigate.

They met the defendant sitting

on the steps and he appeared to be under the influence of some foreign substance.

“I wanted to be locked up because I am tired of being outside,”Handfield reportedly told the police.

“It was the only way I could see the judge and tell him how I feel,” the accused told Magistrate Warner.

He further stated: “I need to take some counselling or go to rehab because the drinking is the problem.”

Magistrate Warner enlisted the assistance of a social worker, who committed to ensuring that Handfield attends the government psychiatrist for a psychiatric evaluation and sessions at the Drug Unit.

The magistrate ordered the defendant to submit himself to the various sessions and released him into the care of his mother, who had

a few orders of her own.

“He has to assist with chores, he has to go to church every Sunday morning he has to be in my house by a certain time in the night,” the woman stated.

She told the magistrate that Handfield is a good person but when he drinks, she cannot control him.

She added that she put him out of the house when he was around 20-years-old and if he does not adhere to her rules then she will put him out again.

The defendant committed the conditions stating, “I am willing to change, to obey.”

The damage to the police vehicle was estimated $360 for parts and labour and Handfield was released on $500 bond to return to court on August 22 for sentencing.

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Open letter to Patrick Boyle

Dear Acting Governor, Following your recent statements on the VAT issue I thought it would be useful if I made the following points.

I am glad that you appreciate our desire to assist the government in presenting a balanced view of the merits and demerits of VAT and for that matter, the existing system based on tariff duties.

I am grateful to you for reeling off a list of the meetings that have been organised to discuss how VAT was going to be implemented.

It illustrates the central problem that there was no consultation as to whether VAT should be implemented.

Indeed in the vast majority of those meetings the overall consensus was that there was inadequate information and that it was

inappropriate to implement VAT at this time.

The consequence was that since it was treated as a foregone conclusion, the general public largely abstained from attending because your spokesmen were clearly not willing to listen to them anyway.

The result was that almost all your meetings had very few attendees.

There are plenty of illustrations of this recorded on tape and television.

I venture to warrant to you that you would have had more attendees at the TCIBC VAT evening you have declined to attend, than you managed to achieve in the entirety of your programme.

The overwhelming frustration that we and the 3,000 people that signed our petition, not to mention the 300

businesses that signed the letter to you, feel is that you are hell bent on pre-empting the authority of a democratically elected government.

The way the VAT Bill was strongarmed through the Advisory Council and then the extraordinary session in the consultative forum, where the business community was labelled as “squealing pigs” and the ordinary people of mostly Provo that had signed the petition were apparently condemned as "clueless" was unfortunate to say the very least.

The process itself is a testament to the lack of adherence to principles of good governance.

These were shamelessly jettisoned in the interim government's mad rush to try to get the VAT measures into legislation.

Open letter to TCIG and FCO Dear Sirs, I would like to commend the TCIG forpresenting the people of the TCI with the first major developmentproposal since they took office.

The government has finally come to the realisation that the only sustainable future for the TCI is thecontinued growth and development of the tourism industry.

While this effort is stellar and the project is worthy of exploration, it brings to light one jarring reality the TCI reallyhas no proper roadmap for sustainable development.

Early in the term of the interim administration, I asked the formerGovernor to consider formulating an Inward Investment White Paper.

Inmy view, this paper would provide a blue print for the future development of the TCI and with regular adaptation and improvementthis could become the roadmap for a sustainable TCI future.

After three years of attempting to get people to turn out to government meetings in Provo, one meeting drew scores of attendees.

Some were driven by fear, others driven by curiosity, but the majority

were driven there with thehope of a return to the boom days of mega development.

Speaking to many of them I gathered that they didn’t really want toknow much about the project, one man told me plain and simple: “I am here looking for work.”

This is the quagmire we find ourselves in - embrace work or protect ‘Beautiful by Nature’.

With one 28 story development, 29 separate verbal stories start to develop.

The danger of instant policy making in a forum such as a town hallmeeting are too numerous to mention in this correspondence.

An inward investment policy document on the other hand would provide a realisticguide and eliminate emotional contributions to life changing arguments.

An Inward Investment White Paper signed off by the UK would providesolid reminders for future governments and investors of the longerterm goals of the countries natural resources and financial assets,which can easily be forgotten in times of economic exuberance or more presently, economic crisis.

SPACE IS LIMITED!

Practically, it can give future governments a guide, not a prescriptive recipe, on how investments should be managed.

A white paper is a common sense way to ensure that procedures and development agendas remain when governments move on.

I appreciate that the position of the interim administration has been over the past three years that the development of an inwardinvestment policy document should be the prerogative of an elected government.

While I agree with this in full, I believe that damage has been done by the interim administration.

The interim administration and indeed the UK FCO has a moralobligation to provide free of charge the resources and necessaryfunding to allow the TCI to rebuild its inward investment arm and todevelop a workable inward investment policy.

With our past behind us and a bright future ahead, together we canbuild a better Turks and Caicos Islands.

Sincerely, Devon Williams

The Advisory Council had none of their independent members there when it discussed the so called bill.

It was told by the Attorney General that the bill they had been given reflected the terms of the White Paper but this was not true.

What was true is that the government’s VAT team was still working on the VAT Bill as it was going through both the Advisory

Council and the Consultative Forum.

As a consequence neither the Advisory Council nor the Consultative Forum either approved or passed the final bill because additional changes were subsequently made and so far have not been submitted for their review.

Yours sincerely, Clive Stanbrook

Development strategy or noose?

Dear Editor, I am particularly displeased though not surprised by the interim administrations tabling of the Turks and Caicos Development Strategy 2013-2017.

I found it quite interesting that they chose to table this insulting piece of trash after setting a date for the return of democracy on June 25, 2012, which seeks to oversee the mandate of the people of the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Mr Steve Pollard admitted that there was no physical study done in the Turks and Caicos from which this paper was produced.

As a matter of fact it was adopted from outside the jurisdiction, with no thought as to the expressed wishes of the stake holders in this country.

The document suggests that investment is purely tourism based and not productive.

It seeks to diversify investment and asks how small and medium scale investment could be achieved locally.

It further suggests that the need exists to remove the Belonger reserve category from business licensing so that outsiders would be able to move in and compete with local business on any level, which would stifle locally based business that are already under considerable pressure.

They argue that the present business environment is not sufficiently supportive.

They neglected to mention their ever present and persistent role in aiding to the difficulty.

It’s as if they don’t realise that increases in business licenses, company formation and renewals, electricity, water, fuel, imports, NHIP, NIB, Work Permits, vehicle

licensing, police records, medical certificates and every other area would not have had an effect on the profitability of businesses.

I think they should take responsibility for their role. Not to mention the cost entailed with policing VAT! Who are they kidding?

I am a PDM supporter, yet I cannot help but to plead with the interim administration, particularly the Governor and British advisors to cease from printing that the former government faltered due to corruption in all their papers and in the international media considering that the first trial to prove such and accusation has not yet been completed.

This is a complete miscarriage of justice and seeks to prejudice the judicial proceedings.

For example, if I was accused of murder and the Governor and the highest law in the land kept printing that I am a murderer in printed material and internationally in the press, prior to my going to trial.

One would have to consider with no jury and a sole judge who is paid by the Crown would act in favour of the person buttering their bread and not seek to prove my innocence and make their boss out to be a liar.

This is wrong and I personally feel that all the printed material and press where this was mentioned in the last three years needs to be retracted and a formal apology offered, until such time as the innocent is proven guilty.

EuwonkaSelver

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Ping, Pong COMMENTARY

With first fiscal quarter numbers available the statements from Patrick Boyle remind us of a pingpong ball in a whirlwind: Ping - We are on track to a balanced budget; Pong - VAT is still needed to add stability; Ping - but then maybe our governments income will sink to only $100m next year; Pong – VAT will fix that.

Our question to Boyle: if government income sinks to only $100m, how would VAT or any tax on the smaller economy fix it? Taxing condo owners? Will they pay the VAT tax when they rent to Aunt Susie or will VAT stop rentals and start a run of condo sell outs? Aunt Susie will

By David Tapfer stay home and not spend money in TCI. Most economists recommend against raising taxes in a recession.

In appears taxes in TCI have caused the recession as inward investment

Subtle discrimination at its best Dear Editor, Employment law 101.If you really want to learn how to avoid following labour and immigration laws and get away with it, read on and come to the Turks and Caicos Islands!

Black cat, black hole, black clouds are all associated with bad things, but when is being a TC Islander bad?

The answer is, when being an indigenous TCIslander and looking for employment right here in the TCI. Read the whole opine piece and then say if you are disappointed.

So, BOLO – be on the lookout for an indigenous TCI. It has been said on numerous occasions that some of the problems that TCI job seekers are experiencing are in part due to them doing it to themselves.

They are labelled lazy, a statement made by some of our very own people, which is traitorous and so far from the truth.

But, there are instances where TCIslanders are doing it to other TCIslanders - that is a true statement in part.

But the other part is that the foreign employers are too doing it to TCIslanders through their TCI inhouse human resource staff.

Tall statements to make, so I shall explain and allow those unfairly targeted clear themselves as I very much sure they will all try to do.

So here are some real simple cases and points.

There are instances where persons on work permits are currently being employed by other companies.

Illegal and a violation of the work permit ordinance, and again illegal by not paying the statutory NIB and NHIP deductions.

In my many years in the USA I have never had the opportunity to be subjected to any discrimination so I do not know how it feels.

But I do know how it is done as having to advocate and represent others so subjected.

That is to say here in the TCI is a different kettle of fish and it smells like dead conch.

There is the saying that the employers discriminate against blacks and do not want to hire TC Islanders.

Well the employers are able to sidetrack this statement in that they are now able to pool all black candidates and in special ways select only the PRC and derivative Belongers, in most cases nonTCIslanders.

And guess what, the Labour and Immigrations Departments are fully aware of these practices and if they are in denial, do give me a call and I will show them how do things the proper, efficient, and effective way.

If the shoe fits, correct it and let us be partner in this effort of fair play.

Regards,

SPACE IS LIMITED!

Edward E Smith

has fled along with the population.

It is really quite simple. What is missing in the TCI economy is responsibility.

PNP taking responsibility for the millions they misspent and the NHIP debacle. The FCO accepting the responsibility for lack of oversight and simply paying the bills. The money saved on all these advisers would have gone a long way towards paying the PNP debts.

Has our airport expansion project gone down the drain? The runwayapron expansion is long complete.

The terminal building expansion has seemingly been put on hold. By now we expected to see the new airport terminal going up and the air bridges (jet ways) on order. Forget that giant

parking lot. Taxi stands and rental car agencies, yes! Still no specs or tenders.

Is the terminal expansion hold up about the European Union (EU) or TCI gone broke. Prospective tourists from Greece, Italy, Spain and Portugal, their countries have gone the PNP route. They ain't rich, they broke!

John Smith, number one in charge of things aviation was the only TCI present when the council approved VAT. Is having a Civil Servant rubber stamp approval of VAT and compete with private ground handlers conflicts of interest? Do not ask the Bar Council, some of their members invented the concept.

Our gal Lillian Misick is Miss Independent Thinker. Is she really in favor of VAT? She says its the Boston Tea Party all over again and then she says the VAT detractors don't understand VAT, but she does right!

Mr. Stanbrook, QC, is against VAT. Boyle chided Stanbrook for personal considerations. That big IGA store

will have to hire a couple of accountants to keep track of VAT and re-price every can of beans but the cost of living will not go up!

We find it concerning that after Wetherell and two financial advisers arrived in 2008, later adding Caroline Gardiner, budget after budget has been blown.

Airline stock must be climbing after transporting all those FCO financial experts back and forth to London.

Has lack of income caused the Causeway cause to move back into the lost cause category. The promised repairs to start in June never happened. By the way what has happened to Direct Rule transparency?

The 11 per cent VAT tax replaces the 11 per cent hotel tax on stay over tourists while giving the resorts a rebate on VAT customs duty on supplies.

However, this will improve the governments income says Boyle.

Ping! Pong!

Real climate of fear

Dear Editor, I think it was the visiting members of the Foreign Affairs Committee from London who spoke about a “climate of fear” regarding the alleged misconduct of the last administration.

Although not being of political persuasions or having been involved in the subject matter of the Commission of Inquiry, I did not dwell under any sense of fear.

However, this cannot be said of the antics of the current interim administration and this is a very pertinent observation in that regard.

None of us in the private sector know what is coming out of the woodwork next.

Every time they pass another piece of arbitrary legislation or directive, we all have fear for the economic consequences, which are invariably disastrous.

They have done nothing to help the economy of the islands, only tax it without any thought whatsoever as to the impact on the private sector.

The interim administration, or should I say the Sheriff of Nottingham, seems to dwell under the delusion that the private sector represents an inexhaustible source of cash to fill its coffers.

Nothing could be further from the truth and if they pursue this insanity, including their half-baked ideas about VAT, there will be very few people left here to pay them.

In other words, they are biting the hand that feeds it.

It truly is very scary living here now. They do not listen at all and everything is dealt with in an arrogant and high handed fashion; the

Advisory Council and Consultative Forum are mere puppet structures, designed to create the semblance of consultation and reason.

In fact, it is rather tantamount to living in a police state.

The interim administration states that it is due to the misdemeanours of the previous administration that we are in this mess and which justifies the private sector making good the deficiencies.

Nothing could be further from the truth in reality.

The FCO were constitutionally and legally responsible for the situation, which arose, through their lack of oversight and frankly downright negligence they failed dismally.

There we had the Governor at the time, beaming stupidly and happily signing off on everything in the

Crown’s name, wanting two more years in office of this fiasco.

It was only the admonitions of the private sector that brought the matter to a head with the Foreign Affairs Committee in London.

The FCO of course pretended nothing was amiss, as usual wanting to sweep things under the carpet.

So why, any reasonable person would ask, does the private sector, which for the most part had nothing to do with this debacle, have to bear the brunt of the misery of putting things to right and thus letting the FCO off the hook?

Or is it the case that the FCO feels aggrieved for being caught with its trousers down as it were and wants to pay the private sector back?

Yours truly, Seriously Concerned

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Edith Cox latest Council member to resign MRS. EDITH Cox, a Certified Public Accountant, is the latest member of the Advisory Council to submit her resignation, the third in two weeks Accountant, Mr. Joe Connolly, and Civil Engineer, Mr. Theo Durham.

Cox, in a statement on Wednesday, said she resigned because the current trend at Council meetings strayed from the commitment she made when she became a member, which is to support decisions and give advice in the best interest of the Turks and

Caicos Islands.

She said, “VAT (Value Added Tax), which is new to the TCI, is considered to be extremely complex, regressive and inflationary and could have a negative impact on the cost and standard of living for residents of the Turks and Caicos. This is, of course, contrary to the Interim Government’s position. However, the government has not provided the relevant financial information to support its position as being simple,

Parties refuse invitation to meet Chamber together

BY VANESSA NARINE THE Progressive National Party (PNP) and the People’s Democratic Movement (PDM) declined an invitation for a joint meeting with the Chamber of Commerce that was scheduled for Monday.

President of the Chamber of Commerce, Mrs. Tina Fenimore, told that Weekly News that the PDM approached the Chamber to have a meeting and the consensus from the Board was to engage both political parties.

Fenimore stated that it was unfortunate that the political parties declined to meet with the business community together.

PDM Leader, Mr. Oswald Skipping, told the Weekly News that his party wanted an exclusive meeting with the business community to lay out their plans for the way forward.

“We are not looking for a meeting with the PNP. If we want a debate we will go to the television or radio station…if the Chamber does not want a single meeting then that is fine with us,” Skippings said.

He maintained that when his party went to the Chamber the request was

for a meeting between the PDM and the Chamber, not the PNP. Leader of the PNP, Dr. Rufus Ewing, told the Weekly News that his party declined the invitation after they learned that the PDM had requested the meeting.

“We thought it was only fair to allow the PDM to meet with the Chamber since they requested the meeting,” he said.

Ewing explained that to have both political leaders speaking to the Chamber about plans for the way forward before engaging the Chamber member would be inappropriate and set the stage for unnecessary debate.

The PNP Leader said, “Both parties should have a chance to meet with the Chamber and engage members on the way forward and use that engagement to shape their manifestos, rather than meet together and tell the Chamber what their plans are.”

Ewing added that the PNP will be seeking an exclusive meeting with the Chamber at a later date, stressing that his party considers engagement with the business community quintessential to moving forward.

TCIG continues to meet with local politicians THE Turks and Caicos Islands Government (TCIG) is continuing its meetings with local political parties and independents in the run up to the General Elections on November 9th.

Acting Governor and Chief Executive Patrick Boyle, last Friday, said, “The Permanent Secretaries and I are looking forward to the meetings and are keen to share information in a fair and equitable manner by meeting with all of those who will put themselves up for office.

“Our objective is to ensure that politicians forming the new administration will have the knowledge they need to be up and running immediately after the elections”. He noted that the aim of the meetings is to brief politicians on TCIG’s strategic policies and plans.

Boyle and the Permanent Secretaries met with the leader of

the People’s Democratic Movement (PDM), Mr. Oswald Skippings and members of his executive team last Wednesday.

It was the first in a series of meetings in which political groups and independents will meet with the members of the Interim Administration and Permanent Secretaries.

Boyle also met with the Progressive National Party (PNP) leader Dr. Rufus Ewing and his executive team on Monday, July 16th.

According to the Acting Governor, in days to come, the leaders will also meet with Permanent Secretaries and other senior government officials.

Boyle stressed that the meetings are in keeping with the Interim Administration’s commitment to a smooth transition to self government in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

revenue-neutral and with little impact on the cost of living.

“From my observation, there were many disparities between the VAT White Paper, the VAT Bill and other related information coming from the Ministry of Finance. It was clear that not enough time was put into the process before drafting the legislation and presenting it for public debate.

The Ministry describes it as a work in progress, in which case it should have been finalized, especially as per the provisions of the White Paper, prior to debate.

“The other really controversial piece of legislation which was presented to the Council was the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Bill, which I thought was unnecessary since the new draft constitution had already made provision for the safeguarding of the country’s finances through the watchdog institutions. I believe this CFO Bill would tie the hands of elected officials in carrying out the mandate given them by the Turks and Caicos people.”

Cox stressed that although VAT has its merits, she is not convinced that it is the best method for achieving revenue sustainability for

the TCI. She said, “Our revenue generation system has proven to have worked in the past and continues to provide a steady source of income for the TCI. Strengthening of the collections process could, as suggested by the Ministry of Finance in the VAT discussions, provide even more revenues than are collected now – up to $10M has been suggested.”

Connolly, also, pointed to the push for VAT’s implementation as his reason for leaving, saying that he could not support the VAT bill in its current form.

According to Durham, he resigned because he felt his contributions to the Council were not being given any value.

NO NEED FOR CONCERN Acting Governor, Patrick Boyle, commenting on the resignations, said, “There is therefore no reason for Council or Forum members to be concerned about any discrepancies between the VAT White Paper and the draft VAT Bill previously circulated to them, as any such discrepancies will have been resolved in the final VAT Bill.”

He noted that all Advisory

Council and Consultative Forum members were informed that the VAT Bill circulated to them was still at the draft stage and not finalized, as is always the case with Bills sent to them for review.

Boyle, said, “I was very sorry to receive Edith Cox’ resignation from the Advisory Council. I greatly valued the contributions that she made to the Council and her positive support. Edith can be very proud that she leaves the Council having done the most outstanding work for her country during very challenging times.

“Equally, following media reports relating to Theo Durham resignation in the weekend’s newspapers, I wish to be clear about his contribution too: Theo deserves tremendous credit for the public service that he has provided to the people of this nation too.

“I have very much enjoyed working with both Edith and Theo and I shall greatly miss their insightful comments and suggestions at Advisory Council meetings. I do hope that we have the opportunity to continue to work together in other ways on business issues of importance to TCI.”

autism awareness

By Nicole Cox, a mother living with autism

Know When to Fold ‘Em’ (Part One)

Okay, so, little Johnny is bouncing all over the place. He is jumping on the couch. He is jumping in his bed. He is jumping in YOUR bed.

He is pushing his sister around. He is throwing toys all about. He is constantly asking for juice or chips.

You have to tell him to sit down, be quiet, stop running, no throwing, quit pushing, and close the refrigerator or some such order every 10 minutes. You tell him to watch television and he is running around pretending to be the characters on the show as the television is on. He probably isn’t even watching the show.

The noise level in the house is rising and your nerves are getting just a tad bit frayed.

Stop!

Before you do something that will be documented on a Lifetime Television Movie, think about how the day is structured. You might have set yourself up for this and did not even realize it.

Every parent dreams of quiet days of productivity where the children all choose to engage in productive, educational and quiet play, independent of parental involvement.

Parents would rather spend their days accomplishing the many tasks (be it housework or otherwise) that are laid before them and have their children equally engaged elsewhere in the home.

Question: How is that supposed to happen if the parent does not set the stage for it to happen?

The toys for your child are all thrown together in one big toy box or in one area. It takes 20 minutes just to find the ones he wants.

And when he does, very little appropriate play is taking place.

The workbooks you picked up at the store and promised yourself he would start are stacked somewhere in your bedroom and you do not know where to find the pencils and crayons.

Video games and touch pads are in various rooms in the house.

Outside is not an option because it is too hot and you are too tired to take him.

Wow. Now, this scenario may seem like an exaggeration.

However, the truth is that many of us as parents simply expect to buy stuff to entertain our children for us and we do not take the time to teach them how or when to USE the stuff!

We do not set up the rules and

expect them to just know how to play our game! You may be thinking that no one had to teach you how to play when you were a child. I cannot argue that because I was not there!

However, I do know that every child is different and times are different and YOU are the one who says you want some peace and quiet!

So stop complaining about the issue and hoping one day the kids will simply wake up and know what to do and not to do.

We the parents must fold that hand and play another: Organization.

Look around your house and re-organize it into play zones that are appropriate for the activities you want to see. Sit down and write out a daily schedule so that the kids know when they are doing everything from playing to eating to bathing!

I hear you…”But I’m so TIRED!” Well you will be less tired AFTER you bring order to the chaos…trust me on this one!

More on how to do this next week.

For more on Autism visit: http:// iloveaba.blogspot.com and http:// dawnprogram.blogspot.com

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Still I Rise The hurt, The shame, The pain, The tragic irony, All in vain.

All they see is my glory, I wish I had time to tell them the story.

The successful GSAT students

Jyles Javier and Alan Joy capture LIME’s GSAT 2012 Awards THIS year’s top GSAT performer, Jyles Javier and Alan Joy, captured the 2012 LIME awards.

And General Manager, Mr. Drexwell Seymour, said, “LIME is pleased to be a part of this program in the educational development of the children of the Turks and Caicos Islands and the company is continuing to invest in their lives.”

The company also recognized the top 10 national students in GSAT; Oseta Jolly’s top five students and LIME’s Internal GSAT students, which included Lanardia Robinson, Ania Gibbs, Trevion Glinton, Tinell Garland and T’Angelo Seymour.

Mrs. Gwen Harvey, Principal of the Ona Glinton Primary School said, “I would like to thank LIME for its contribution to the online programme.

“Ona Glinton has been in the top 10 nationally for GSAT over

By Kayla Higgs

the years and we are proud as a school and we want to thank LIME and the teachers and parents for the partnership that sees our children progressing.”

Mrs. Rachel Handfield, Principal of the Oseta Jolly Primary School, added her bit and said, “LIME has been there and the company is there for the Oseta Jolly Primary School; not only financially but also assisting in areas where the school needs help.”

Additionally, LIME’s Acting GM Althea Been presented a cheque for $20,000 to the Education Department, which was accepted

by Mr. Edgar Howell, Director of Education.

Howell said, “When I got the call that LIME would be starting the program with Caribbean Examination those years ago, it was a time of excitement because of what

it would mean in the lives of students and the company’s commitment to continue in the 2012/2013 cycle is admirable.”

LIME has invested over $80,000 over the past 4 years in the GoGSAT online program which allowed each Grade 6 students to have the opportunity to log on to the site to complete practice examinations.

The telecommunications company and the Department of Education have seen the correlation of GSAT results in line with the GoGSAT program and it is assisting in the learning process.

In the upcoming 2012/2013 cycle, the LIME’s Scholarship program will be changing. The company will be offering two scholarships only to the Top Performing student at GSAT 2013 and the Top Performing Student at the Oseta Jolly Primary School.

I am me, The only person i know how to be.

Never wondering 'what if' Always thinking 'as if' POSITIVE. I am going to walk another mile with a smile.

They got my number on speed-dial, They dare to think I’m living in denial.

Then they wonder how Everyone has a chance to shine This is mine now.

Did you want to see me broken?

Bowed head and lowered eyes,

Say what you like, I know I tried.

Looks like I had the world on my shoulders.

I am weakened by my silent cries.

You can shoot me with your words, Cut me with your lies, Kill me with your hatefulness But yet still I rise.

Surprised?

Look into my eyes, Like the dirt from the ground I rise.

Yet still you see no frown beneath my crown, Leaving behind nights of terror and fear I rise.

Into the break of dawn that dwells so miraculously clear.

Living the dream, my late loved ones dreamed.

I am the hope and the dream.

So naturally I rise.

(The Weekly News invites budding poets to submit their pieces for publication at tcweeklynews@gmail.com )

Smart Entrepreneurship Operating your business on Biblical principles Recently a client described how God gave her the vision for the business she is operating and how she wants to follow His guidance in managing it. However she wondered why she was not realizing the financial success she projected, despite it being in a very lucrative industry. I assured her that these are challenging times globally but that she should not give up on her dream. A more thorough assessment revealed that she desperately needed to revise her customer service strategies to become more competitive.

We often hear Entrepreneurs with such stories or say “God bless my business” or “I want God to guide me to success”. This brings me to the question of “Are we operating our businesses using Biblical

principles?” Smart Entrepreneurs prepare mission statements laden with customer service phrases. This is great!

However, are we truly following Biblical principles in our everyday business operation?

The Bible teaches us as Entrepreneurs to:

• • • • • •

Plan our strategy wisely Serve customers with excellence Manage assets with diligence Treat employees with care Discern our competitors Add value to our communities No doubt by now some readers may be saying, it is not politically correct to associate the two – spirituality and business.

In other words, “keep religion out of business”. I respectfully disagree.

I am a firm believer that the purpose we were created is to honour our Creator and we do that by incorporating His teachings in all areas of our lives, that includes our business activities. Smart Entrepreneurs recognize this and are successful when they put it into practice. 1 Corinthians 10:31 - 32 supports this.

Many entrepreneurs who have practiced strong Christian principles may have experienced opposition, resentment simply because some persons find it confusing or offensive. Make no apology the issues of integrity and building strong customer relationships are more relevant now than ever before.

Hence, when we apply Biblical principles in these areas, our businesses will thrive.

As a Consultant, I am an advocate for seeking counsel when starting or growing a business. However, I implore the Smart Entrepreneur that the best counsel you could ever obtain is found through prayer and a study of the Word that would reveal who God is and what He requires of us.

As Entrepreneurs, we face various complex and simple challenges on a daily basis with customers, employees, suppliers, government, financial institutions, operational processes and indeed technology.

These can all seem easy if we employ some Biblical strategies in addressing them.

It is exciting to see how successful business principles find their root in biblical principles. I believe that this was designed so

By Sophia Thomas

Business Consultant and Trainer

from the beginning of time. Hence I encourage all Entrepreneurs to remember that our business reflect our values, aspirations and beliefs.

We should never blame God when things get tough; but keep praying and obeying biblical principles and we will get through hard times. God wants our businesses to prosper, and therefore He has given us the tools that will facilitate success that all glory will be returned to Him. For further information you can contact me at telephone number 231-2486 or email fenelonempowerment@yahoo. com

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this week

Friday, July 20 to Saturday, July 28 Friday, July 20

Travel and Leisure magazine readers ranked the resort 14th on an exclusive listing of the Top 25 Resorts in the Caribbean, Bermuda and Bahamas

Ocean Club named one of region’s best OCEAN Club Resorts has received a top honour from the readers of Travel and Leisure magazine.

As a part of its annual World’s Best Awards survey, readers ranked the resort 14th on an exclusive listing of the Top 25 Resorts in the Caribbean, Bermuda and Bahamas.

CEO Tom Lewis said: “We

strive to offer our guests the most memorable experience, and this award affirms that we are providing a first class yet relaxing travel experience with authentic hospitality and a fine attention to detail that travellers are seeking when planning a vacation to Turks and Caicos.”

Ocean Club Resorts in

Providencialesis comprised of two allsuite properties, Ocean Club and Ocean Club West, located just one mile apart and both situated on Grace Bay beach.

The resort encourages guests to learn the art of doing nothing at allwhere they can trade in their every day to do list for a new list of ways to do nothing while vacationing.

Rotaract corner

 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, July 21

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.

Monday, July 23  Looking for something for your child aged 12-18 to do during summer? Visit the Youth Centre!

Starting this Monday through Friday from 10am to 6pm, there is something for every taste. Dance class, Arts & Crafts, Movies, Basketball, Environmental Club, Games & more.

All programs and activities are FREE. Call 332-9605 for information.

Thursday, July 26

The Executives of the Rotaract Club

Introducing the Rotaract Club Young people wanting to make a difference in their society have always had the strength of organized advocacy through the Rotaract Club.

And this week, the Weekly News introduces the Rotaract Corner, in an effort to encourage the networking of young professionals in the Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI).

The local club is making its own advances, with its changeover ceremony that was held on Tuesday, under the theme ‘Inspire Peace, Nourish Tomorrow’.

The ceremony saw the induction

of the new board members and the new President, Ms. Akierra Missick.

Missick said, “The launch of Rotaract Corner will allow the residents of the settlements in Providenciales to voice their concerns and work on joint projects with the Club to the betterment of their communities.”

The Rotaract Club of Providenciales is a chartered club part of the Rotary International Project ROTARACT. Rotaract is an international program for adults,

ages 18 to 30-years-old, who aspire for change in their community.

Rotary International, an association of clubs made up of service-minded business and professional leaders, was founded it in 1968.

If you are a resident of a community within Providenciales, and have a concern please do not hesitate to write to us so that we can see how to assist with the concern affecting your community. You can contact us on www.RotaractClubProvo.org or email madame.oren@gmail.

 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

 Ladies Night at Royal Flush Gaming Parlor.

All the excitement starts from 7pm: • FREE TEXAS HOLD'EM LESSONS FROM 7PM-8PM • $45.00 POKER TOURNAMENT AT 8PM, (men allowed to sign up) • FREE FRESH SANGRIA FOR EVERY LADY PLAYING (any game) • ALL LADIES GET 2 FOR 1 DRINKS AT THE BAR….and much more.

 If you’re looking for a serene 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

 The general public is invited to the Annual General Meeting of the Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness Association.

The meeting will be held at the organization's headquarters in the Samuel E. Been Bldg, Unit 15, Airport Rd. on Saturday July 28th at 5:00 pm.

Saturday, July 28

Got an event you wish to advertise?

Call us on 946 4664 or email tcweeklynews@gmail.com for a free listing.

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Mind, Body & Soul 

How to Help Your Child Cope with Bullying (Part 2)

Part one of this column focused on strategies that children can use when they are being bullied. This week’s column will focus on what parents can do to help children who are bullied.

Being a parent is no easy task and it is difficult to watch your child being bullied. Many parents struggle with what they should do to assist their child. For example, do we let the child handle it on his or her own, do we go to the school and speak with the teacher, or do we contact the parents of the other child? These are all questions that parents face when children are bullied.

One of the first things that we need to do is to offer comfort to the child. Find out what will comfort your child. Is it a hug, is it some reassuring words, or do we need to spend more one-on-one time with that child? What is a comfort to one child may not be to another.

Sugar Apple Sorbet

Ingredients • 75g caster sugar • 5 medium custard apples, halved • thinly pared lime rind to decorate Method 1. Place the sugar in a pan with 300ml water; bring to the boil, stirring to dissolve the sugar.

2. Reduce the heat; simmer for 10 minutes until it forms a thin syrup.

Set aside to cool slightly.

3. Scoop out custard apple flesh.

Press through a sieve to remove seeds. Place the sugar syrup and flesh in a food processor; blend until smooth.

4. Pour into a freezer container and freeze for 2 hours.

5. Remove from freezer, mash with a fork. Freeze again until firm.

6. Serve scoops in small bowls decorated with lime rind and enjoy

Joanne Gobeil

Registered Psychologist

Let the child know that you are there to support him or her. For older children, ask them how we can best support them. In other words, ask them what they need us to do for them.

Let the child know that you will do all that you can to help him or her feel safe. Make arrangements for safety. Make sure that the child is not isolated. Part of this staying safe may involve working together with the school, if the bullying is taking place at school. Some children do not want their parents voicing their concerns to the school as the children feel that it will make the situation worse or that they will be called ‘tattle-talers’. Teach children that telling is not tattling when they are doing so to protect themselves and stay safe.

A crucial step is letting the child know that bullying is not his or her fault. We can explain to the child that people bully to make themselves feel better. The real person with the problem is the bully.

Help your child develop confidence. Children who bully tend to pick on children who are isolated, so helping children develop confidence in their social skills can make a big difference. Encourage your children to participate in clubs and group events.

Practice effective responses.

Work with the child in your life to practice what to say to someone who is bullying him or her. Roleplaying will help build your child’s confidence.

Build your child’s self-esteem.

Create opportunities for the child in your life to do something well, such as a task or a sport, and show praise to increase his or her selfesteem. When the child makes a mistake provide clear and natural consequences to avoid damaging his or her self-esteem. Let the child know that you still love him or her despite

the misbehaviour, and explain that it is the choice that he or she made that you do not like.

Communication is a key to helping your child with bullying.

Encourage the child to talk about his or her thoughts and feelings. If your child does not like to talk, have the child write about how he or she feels, or draw a picture.

If you feel though your child or teen is being bullied and more support is needed, contact Joanne Gobeil at Caribbean Psychological Services (649) 432-6956.

thanks to God for his amazing grace towards me and leave you with a few words of inspiration from President

Barack Obama, who said, “Our Destiny is not written for us, but by us.”

health Tip 

Sugary delights Growing up on the beautiful Island of North Caicos with my grandmother whom I called 'Mar', or Mrs. Evers Gibson as everyone else called her, sugar apples were a regular delight.

Recently a friend treated me to two of the sweet knobby fruits, so this week we will be exploring the nutritional benefits them of the sugar apple.

Based on my findings: Sugar Apple Fruit is famous for its sweet taste. However, sugar apple fruit is not only delicious as a snack food, but also beneficial for our health.

The fruit comes from Western India.

Sugar apple plants are fruitful within three to four years.

Sugar apple fruit is an excellent source of Vitamin C, Vitamin B6, fiber, manganese, potassium, magnesium thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, copper, and folate. The content of antioxidants like Vitamin

By Phillip Simmons C, in sugar apple fruit helps fight free radicals in the body.

Sugar apple fruit also helps with: acute dysentery, diarrhea, protection from heart attacks, arthritis, preventing asthma, the control of blood sugar levels, the lowering of blood pressure levels, producing energy, keeping bones strong, lowering cholesterol levels, maintaining thyroid health, preventing pregnancy problems, indigestion problems, swollen bruises, and abscess.

These sugary delights are undeniably one of nature’s blessing.

On that note, I close by saying

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The Dentist and you 

YOUR DIET

Mark Osmond BDS (Lond) LDS RCS (Eng). Mark Osmond Dental Clinic - (649) 432 3777, drmosmond@gmail.com or Find us on Facebook

Dental Care for Children By around the age of 2 years a child will have all 20 of their baby (deciduous) teeth. These teeth will stay with the child until the adult teeth come through which is around 6-8 years of age for the front incisors and laterals and around twelve years for the molars (the bigger teeth at the back.) It is therefore important that the baby teeth are properly cared for with good oral hygiene and regular visits to the dentist.

Daily care of your child’s teeth: You should begin tooth-brushing as soon as a child’s teeth start to come through (around 6 mths).

A child under the age of 7 years is unlikely to be able to effectively brush their teeth themselves and so I recommend that an adult takes responsibility for brushing the child’s teeth twice a day. A smallheaded brush with medium soft bristles should be used with a small (pea-sized) amount of toothpaste. A child’s fluoride toothpaste should be used. In general I find that flossing is unnecessary for a child as it is difficult for a child to do effectively themselves and hard for an untrained adult to do for the child, especially when baby teeth become loose. A fluoride, non-alcohol mouth wash may be used. Limiting the amount of sugar, especially hard candy, juice and soda, will also help to keep your child’s teeth healthy.

Visits to the dentist: I recommend that a child’s first visit to the dentist is nothing more than accompanying a parent or guardian during their own routine dental check-up. In this way, a child sees an adult that they trust sitting happily and comfortably in the dentist’s chair and in turn will help make the child feel more relaxed and familiar with the environment. Then, at the age of around 18-24 months I recommend a first check-up. This would be very relaxed, involve no pain and might even involve them sitting on mum or dad’s knee whilst in the dentist’s chair. From then on a routine visit every 6 months will ensure that the teeth and gums are staying healthy and clean, no cavities are starting and then later that the adult teeth are coming through correctly.

Fissure Sealing: Fissures are the very narrow grooves that occur naturally on the chewing surface of adult molars and premolars. These are vulnerable to decay as the fissures can be deep and difficult to clean (often narrower than the thickness of one bristle of your toothbrush.) Fissure sealing is a preventative treatment where a

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Dr Mark Osmond liquid filling material is used to fill in the fissure which then sets, thereby preventing anything entering the fissure and causing tooth decay. It is routinely recommended for children around the age of 6 or 7 years.

Losing baby teeth: A child’s baby teeth should start to come out naturally from around the age of six. The teeth become lose because the roots have dissolved and so they have very little to anchor them into the jaw. Therefore losing these teeth should be relatively painless

and straight forward and require nothing more than a little wiggle to help them along. Occasionally, an adult tooth might come through without the baby tooth having come out. This is not that unusual, is nothing to worry about and often there is nothing more to do than wait a little while longer. Occasionally the baby tooth might require some help in which case a visit to the dentist is required for a very simple extraction.

If you are in any doubt it is worth speaking to your dentist and getting some advice.

In summary, it is important but not difficult to care for your child’s teeth; giving them the care that they need with help to ensure that your child learns good dental habits for life.

ASK TAMIKA

BY TAMIKA HANDFIELD

Tamika graduated from Florida International University in Miami with a Masters degree in Dietetics & Nutrition. She is a registered dietitian with the American Dietetic Association (ADA) and licensed to practice medical nutrition therapy in the state of Florida.

Email Tamika via tcweeklynews@gmail.com or tamikahandfield@yahoo.com with your healthy eating questions.

How to keep your food safe during a power outage As you know, we are in the middle of enjoying our summer vacations but unfortunately, we are also in the middle of the hurricane season.

Fortunately, we have not yet had any major tropical disturbances to worry about; however, ‘prevention is better than cure’ so I thought it would be fitting to talk about ways we can keep our food safe during a hurricane.

This week we will discuss steps to take to prevent food spoilage during a hurricane in the event of a power outage: Here are some basic tips for keeping food safe: • Keep the refrigerator and freezer doors closed as much as possible to maintain the cold temperature. The refrigerator will keep food cold for about 4 hours and a full freezer will keep food for approximately 48 hours if it is unopened.

• You may also consider buying dry ice to keep the refrigerator as cold as possible if the power is going to be out for a prolonged period of time.

• If you plan to eat food that was either refrigerated or frozen, it's important that each item is thoroughly cooked to the proper temperature to destroy any foodborne bacteria that may be present. I have included the recommended temperatures to help you: • Beef – 145o F • Poultry – 165o F • Pork – 145o F • Wash fruits and vegetables with water from a safe source before eating.

• For infants, try to use prepared, canned baby formula that requires no added water or use bottled water for powdered formulas. This is important in case your water supply becomes contaminated which can be quite harmful to infants and small children.

• Once your power is restored, you can check the safety of your food by ensuring the temperature is below 400 F—the danger zone is between 40o F – 140o F. Be sure to use an appliance thermometer and check each package of food for ice crystals. Do not rely on appearance or odor alone.

• REMEMBER: if you are in doubt, throw it out!!

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Source: information adapted from US Food and Drug Administration

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CARICOM chairman urges British chancellor to scrap APD CARIBBEAN Community (CARICOM) chairman Dr Kenny Anthony has written to Britain’s Chancellor of the Exchequer George Osborne on the “deleterious effect” the controversial United Kingdom Air Passenger Duty (APD) tax continues to wreak on Caribbean economies.

The APD, introduced in 1994, is a British environmental tax aimed at offsetting aviation’s carbon footprint.

In its initial stage, it was set at £5 (US$7.85) per person. Since then there have been several increases.

Essentially, the APD places countries in charging bands calculated on the distance of their capital cities from London. As such, flying from London to Hawaii or Los Angeles in the United States is calculated as being the same as to Washington DC, the US capital, while Caribbean destinations are charged at a higher rate.

Regional governments have been lobbying London to remove the tax, which they said negatively affects the Caribbean tourism industry.

The World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) has, moreover, revealed that new research shows that removing the APD would result in an additional 91,000 British jobs being created and £4.2 billion (US$6.5 billion) added to the British economy within a year.

In his letter, Anthony reminded the British chancellor that Caribbean leaders have raised the matter on several occasions, and have also

Dr Kenny Anthony protests the “deleterious effect” the UK travel tax continues to wreak on Caribbean economies

discussed its negative impact with Prime Minister David Cameron and Foreign Secretary William Hague.

“The Caribbean understands the fiscal challenge faced by the UK in respect of raising revenue, but we do not believe that APD should be imposed unfairly, or at the expense of the Caribbean economy and our community in the UK,” Anthony wrote.

“The Caribbean is the most tourism-dependent region of the world. The industry, as Prime Minister Cameron himself has acknowledged, is developmental and should be contributing to growth at a time of economic difficulty.

“Our data shows the negative effect that APD is having in this respect and hampers our ability to obtain the greatest benefit from our most valuable export industry. It also has a significant financial impact on the UK companies, large and small,

with which we partner and for whom the Caribbean has been a major market,” the CARICOM chairman continued, adding that “it is also hurting our sizeable Caribbean community living in the United Kingdom”.

Citing the case of his own country, St Lucia, Prime Minister Anthony said that “visitor arrivals from the UK declined every year for the past three years”.

Anthony said in 2010, tourist arrivals fell 19.4 per cent below the 2008 level and in 2011 registered 14.4 per cent less compared to 2008.

“This decline in arrivals is exacerbated by a further reduction in on-island expenditure as the tax has had a negative impact on traveller’s budget, resulting in reduced economic benefit to the country.

“Indications are that tourism receipts associated with these declining numbers in the last three years have fallen on average more than 25 per cent below the 2008 level.”

The St Lucia prime minister, who recently took over the chairmanship of the 15-member regional trade bloc, told the British government minister that regional governments “remain committed to pursuing a positive dialogue with you and your government about alternative, revenue-neutral solutions that could address the discriminatory aspect of the current banding system by having the Caribbean and the USA placed in the same lower band”.

Three Jamaican soldiers charged with murder of accountant during `Dudus’ search THE CLARKE family has expressed satisfaction with this week’s ruling by the director of public prosecutions (DPP) that murder charges be brought against three soldiers for the 2010 shooting of their loved one, Keith Clarke, during the hunt for former Tivoli Gardens don Christopher ‘Dudus’ Coke.

“We the family are happy with the development that has taken place. The process has been long but the state at which we have reached is encouraging,” Claude Clarke, Keith’s brother, told the Jamaica Observer.

“We are encouraged also by the fact that the director of public prosecutions will be taking the case directly to the Home Circuit Court rather than go through a preliminary enquiry, which would have caused further delays. We are hopeful that in the final analysis justice will be served,” added Clarke, a former Government minister.

Clarke said the family is “happy that the matter will be given priority”.

DPP Paula Llewellyn, QC, ruled that Jamaica Defence Force lance corporals Greg Tingling and Odel Buckley and Private Arnold Henry be charged with the shooting death of the accountant at his Kirkland Heights, St Andrew home in May 2010. The men were members of a joint police/military team that was searching for Coke, who was held the following month along the Mandela Highway in St Catherine and extradited to the US. Clarke’s killing drew condemnation across the island and triggered calls for those responsible to be held accountable.

The ruling comes two months after the Independent Commission of Investigations (INDECOM) on May 11 submitted the files from its investigation into the killing to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions for a ruling.

A two-year wait for an outstanding ballistic report had been delaying INDECOM’s submission of the files to the ODPP.

Police Commissioner Owen Ellington said in a release that arrangements were being made with the JDF to have the men charged and brought before the court.

The DPP has said that preliminary hearings in the Resident Magistrate’s Court will be bypassed and that the matter will be taken straight to the Home Circuit Court where the men will eventually be tried.

Reacting to news of the ruling, Professor Trevor Munroe told a weekly Kiwanis luncheon at the Wyndham Kingston Hotel that, in his view, more persons should have been ordered charged in the shooting.

The Jamaica Civil Society Coalition said in a release that it expected “greater speed” going forward with the trial and added: “This ruling is a stark reminder of the long delay in answers being sought in the entire matter of the 2010 incursion in Tivoli Gardens/ West Kingston and the subsequent events.” (Jamaica Observer)

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230,000 HIV positive in the Caribbean Nearly a quarter of a million Caribbean citizens are HIV positive, though AIDS-related deaths have declined by almost 50 per cent in ten years, UNAIDS has said.

A full report entitled: “Together we will end AIDS”, precedes the 19th Annual AIDS Conference in Washington DC next week and shares the latest data on new HIV infections, people receiving antiretroviral treatment, AIDS-related deaths and HIV among children.

In an update on HIV/AIDS in the region, UNAids stated in a media release this week that AIDS-related deaths have fallen to about 10,000 persons in 2011—nearly half what was seen in 2001, in almost 30 years since the start of the AIDS epidemic.

“This is in large part due to the relatively high antiretroviral treatment coverage of 67 per cent for the Caribbean as a whole. At present 230,000 people are living with HIV in the Caribbean,” UNAIDS stated yesterday.

“The estimated number of persons who were newly infected with the virus last year was 13,000.

“About 1,100 children became infected with HIV in the Caribbean in 2011. The majority of these cases are in the Dominican Republic and Haiti, which together comprise 68 percent of the region’s HIV epidemic. In fact, many Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) countries

are close to achieving elimination targets for the prevention of mother to child transmission (PMTCT).”

Overall, adult HIV prevalence for the Caribbean is one per cent and heterosexual transmission remains the main route of HIV infection.

However, there are high rates of infection among key populations.

Prevalence among men who have sex with men (MSM) ranges from an estimated five per cent in parts of the Dominican Republic to 20 per cent in Trinidad and Tobago, the report said.

Guyana follows at 19 per cent and Jamaica is highest with 32 per cent.

HIV prevalence for female sex workers ranges from 4.8 per cent in the Dominican Republic to 24 per cent in Suriname, five per cent in Haiti and Jamaica to 17 per cent in Guyana.

“We have a lot to show for the work we’ve done,” said Dr Ernest Massiah, Director of the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) Caribbean Regional Support Team.

“But we must do far more to reduce HIV among sex workers and men who have sex with men. We also have to be honest about the sexuality of adolescents and young people. We need to ensure that all these groups have not only information, but also access to condoms and sexual health services.” (Trinidad Express)

Bahamas to help stabilise failing Caribbean economies THE Bahamas joined other CARICOM countries in agreeing to establish a Caribbean Investment Fund to help stabilise failing economies in the region.

CARICOM Heads of Government made the decision at their 33rd Regular Meeting this month at Gros Islet, Saint Lucia.

In a Communiqué issued at the conclusion of the conference, the Heads also agreed to identify various sectors of the economy, including tourism, agriculture and construction as areas, which offered prospects for early resuscitation of economic growth.

Minister of Foreign Affairs and Immigration Fred Mitchell represented Prime Minister Perry Christie. He was accompanied

by Minister of State for Finance Michael Halkitis, Minister of State for Legal Affairs Damian Gomez, and, Nicole Archer and Charmaine Williams, foreign service workers at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

High on the conference agenda were the growth and development of CARICOM member state economies, and the implications for the region of global economic circumstances.

The Heads also gave attention to developments in the financial markets, particularly those which have implications for major markets for CARICOM goods and services.

“Conscious that global financial and economic developments were merely compounding problems already existing in the region, Heads identified major factors that were integral to the difficulties being experienced and considered possible ways of addressing the high levels of unemployment which were also a threat to social stability,” the Communiqué said.

Heads determined that there was a need to re-examine policy approaches to growth and development and further agreed to review fiscal policy with a view to achieving a balance between taxation and expenditure to more adequately support economic growth and development.

Heads also called on the Caribbean Development Bank to structure its lending procedures and processes to assist in the thrust for growth and development and signalled their intent to engage multilateral financial institutions in the effort to buttress member states against external shocks.

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FNM Party is left divided in the Bahamas SENIOR members of the Free National Movement are reportedly concerned about the state of the party under

the leadership of Dr Hubert Minnis, citing the alleged “malaise” the FNM has now found itself in since its general

S&P downgrade of Barbados economy draws sharp response

A STANDARD & Poor’s “junk status” downgrade of Barbados’ economy drew sharp criticism from the Governor of the Central Bank, Dr Delisle Worrell, yesterday, while the Opposition called for his head and for Prime Minister Freundel Start to call a general election.

At a hastily called Press briefing, Worrell labelled the S&P move illogical and unjustified, while adding that it would have no impact on the country’s exchange rate to the United States dollar.

“I am satisfied the

downgrade represents a lack of understanding of the Barbadian reality and that is the point we are making, and we are on the attack rather than on the defence,” the Governor charged.

Minister of Finance Chris Sinckler also sought to allay fears about the impact of the downgrade and insisted the country was well managed.

Standard & Poor’s has determined that Barbados’ economic fundamentals remained weak with several structural shortcomings.

(Barbados Nation)

election defeat.

With the party poised to have constituency openings in the next few weeks, these party insiders believe that the FNM’s limited financial resources would better be spent on clearing some of its campaign bills rather than opening offices throughout the country.

“This is foolishness, and his (Dr Minnis’) detractors are growing. This division could destroy the party. And these ‘real inheritors’ of the FNM as they put it, are waiting in the wings. They say that this is what Cecil would have wanted. To them, even (former Prime Minister Hubert) Ingraham was never truly one of us. Yes he came, and yes we won, but he was never a true-true FNM. This is the thinking, they are reestablishing ownership of the party. This should be about restrengthening the FNM

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to benefit the Bahamian people,” a confidential party councilman said.

Dr Minnis was unanimously elected to the post of leader at a one-day convention on May 26th following the resignation

His leadership was first questioned by his party’s chairman, Charles Maynard who noted that Dr Minnis, along with his deputy Loretta Butler-Turner had between 12 to 18 months to “prove themselves.”

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VAT NOTICE

TCI Government response to the anti-VAT leaflet ‘How VAT Affects You’ Individuals Anti-VAT Claim: Many everyday items will cost you more This is not true. VAT in the TCI is a replacement tax. When VAT is implemented there will no longer be Communications Tax, Vehicle Hire Stamp Duty, Insurance Premium Tax, Domestic Financial Service Tax or Hotel/Restaurant Accommodation Tax. This is simpler and more efficient. Upon the introduction of VAT, TCIG will reduce import duties on most goods by 10-15% – so everyday items should not cost more. The Government set the rate at 11% in order to allow the widest possible number of everyday essential items to be exempt from VAT or be zero-rated including rice, flour, sugar, milk and eggs, chicken, fish and meat, fresh fruit and vegetables, infant supplies, personal hygiene products, hurricanes shutters, cement, steel, fuel, property leases and rents, property sales where stamp duty is applied, medical services, transportation, religious services and printed materials. VAT will be zerorated on electricity and water supply so these prices will not rise either.

Anti-VAT Claim: VAT is worse for the less well off than for the wealthy This is not true in the TCI model. The Government has taken great care in developing a model of VAT here that will not see a rise in the cost of everyday items (see above), utility charges or on rents. VAT is not a tax on income but a tax on goods and services but, by virtue of being simpler and more efficient, it will provide a more regular and predictable income to the Government. We need this stability to ensure planned and sustained investment in public services which have suffered significantly since the collapse on 2008. VAT helps guarantee funding and investment for essential public series which are arguably more vital to the less well off than the wealthy, who may have easier access to alternatives providers – schools, health etc.

Anti-VAT Claim: Enlightened TAX experts regard VAT as a grossly unfair tax Unfair to whom? This depends upon your tax expert’s stance. If they believe that tax take from an individual or business should always be minimal, then, of course, they may take this view. If you believe that tax should be used for providing essential public services then VAT is a good tax as it provides a steady and predictable income with which to do so. The TCI’s public income has fluctuated wildly in recent years and this makes longer tem planning significantly more difficult. If income drops, then this must change what and how public services are provided.

Anti-VAT Claim: You should be aware that the global history of VAT is that spendthrift governments (such as the UK) use VAT to plug the ever increasing holes in their fiscal plans and inevitably VAT rises as things get worse.

VAT is a good tax for Government as it provides a steady and regular income essential to guaranteeing public services. The Interim Government has set about restoring TCI’s public finances. It has not been spendthrift. Indeed the anti-VAT campaign said in its open letter to the press on 4 July that “... it is perfectly clear that the countries (sic) finances are no longer in a mess...”. But this recovery is fragile.

We do not wish to increase our tax revenues, but rather to make them more stable by simplifying taxation and broadening into sectors of the economy that currently pay no tax.

Anti-VAT Claim: VAT is currently 20% in the UK. This is true in the UK. But a rate of 11% is proposed here in TCI – the second lowest level in the Caribbean after Haiti. Further, we are proposing a gross sales figure of $200,000 a year which is the highest in the region, the next highest figure being USD $110,000 in gross sales in Antigua and Barbuda.

Businesses Anti-VAT Claim: it is a major book keeping headache and will cost you more in accountancy fees This is misleading. VAT is a simple tax to administer and collect. A business will work out how much VAT it has paid out to its suppliers, and then calculate how much VAT it has brought in. If it brings in more than it paid out it submits the difference to the Government. If it pays out more than it brings in it claims a credit from Government. Further, VAT will replace five other taxes – actually making life simpler for business and Government alike. We have also targeted the introduction of VAT mainly at larger businesses with turnovers of $200,000 (and more than $50,000 if a hotel or restaurant to prevent any loss of revenue in this sector). It is likely that these businesses already keep the simple records required meaning marginal, minimal additional cost. Further, TCIG’s VAT Implementation Unit assist will assist those 400 or so businesses who qualify for VAT registration with these requirements.

Anti-VAT Claim: It plays havoc with your cash flow giving you a false picture of how much cash you actually have at hand This is also misleading. Cash flow is essential to any business (and Government). Why would business not want Government to be run as well as their own enterprises? Also, is the Turks and Caicos Independent Business Council, a group of eminent and successful commercial figures, really suggesting that they do not know what their debts (costs) and credits (income) are at any point in time? This is an immature argument – businesses have a good understanding of how much money they have going in and out.

Anti-VAT Claim: It means your goods and series will cost considerably more and therefore people buy less of not at all

sales drop when taxation remains constant then it must be for other factors. The anti-VAT campaign has cited Barbados as a country that has suffered from the introduction of VAT. Barbados introduced VAT in 2007 and continued to grow for a number of years. Its present difficulties are due to the state of the global economy and other factors, not the introduction of VAT. Similarly, the introduction of VAT in Jamaica (where it is called the General Consumption Tax) did not bring about a negative impact on businesses, and has a higher compliance rate than other taxes.

Anti-VAT Claim: You need to be aware that this is a tax much favoured by the EC (sic) bureaucrats in Brussels who would like to see high tax administrations throughout the world VAT is favoured by those who wish to see planned and sustained investment in essential public services, which can suffer if income drops. We believe that this statement has been made by someone whose politics are set against the institutions of the European Union.

Anti-VAT Claim: Spain is planning to raise VAT rate for hotels from 8% to 18% at the prompting of the International Monetary Fund and the EC (sic). This will kill an already struggling industry stone dead.

Like many other countries Spain is experiencing economic difficulties that are not caused by VAT. Spain has a massive tourist industry catering to every sort of tourist – from the budget conscious to those demanding the lap of luxury. It remains to be seen how any rise in VAT will affect this extremely popular, mature and well established tourist destination.

VAT is a replacement tax designed to help improve the Government’s cash flow so that it can sustain essential public services. As such, most items should not cost more. Indeed we have exempted and zero-rated a wide range of everyday essential items to help ensure this. We accept that if you are an accountancy, legal or architectural firm you will have to charge up to 11% more – but, equally, you can offset the VAT you pay on your purchases against that which you bring in.

Anti-VAT Claim: A country like the UK needs VAT and other extremely high taxes because the public expenditure and benefits culture is completely out of control. Island communities like ours are not run in this wasteful fashion.

Anti-VAT Claim: The tourism industry throughout the world as found to its cost that VAT equals drop in sales

The UK is also experiencing financial challenges. The Government there has introduced a wide ranging cost cutting and revenue maximising measures, including raising VAT to 20%. Equally, the previous Government reduced VAT to 15% for a period. Again, to quote the TCIBC open letter to the press: “The Turks and Caicos has weathered the international crisis and its tourist industry has shown itself to be remarkably resilient.” But to keep the country on track and to develop in the future the Government needs the stable and predictable income that VAT provides.

VAT in the TCI replaces Hotel/Accommodation tax (amongst others) and is set at the same rate. If

The VAT White Paper is available to view online at: http://turksandcaicosislands.fco.gov.uk/en/news/?view=News&id=783351182

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WEEKLY NEWS' PUZZLE TRIVIA DRAWING

Allan wins IGA $300 gift card!

BY KAYLA HIGGS THE Weekly News made its second draw in the newspaper’s puzzle trivia series on Tuesday.

Mr Allan Almendrala was awarded a $300 gift card for the IGA Supermarket in Providenciales.

Almendrala said, “I am extremely excited and grateful for such an opportunity.”

The draw took place at the main IGA supermarket on Leeward Highway, which partnered with the newspaper for its trivia series.

Since the first draw the puzzle game has become increasingly popular and has received more than 200 entrees this month.

The Weekly News partnered with IGA in order to create three different drop-off

locations.

They were the main IGA on Leeward Highway, the Gourmet IGA in Grace Bay and the Weekly News office.

Front end manager of IGA, Ms Porsha Clarke, said, “It has been a great experience working with the Weekly News on this project.”

Readers can look forward to a new puzzle and another chance to win exciting prizes.

The lit’l chefs with their mentors

Lit’l Chef culinary camp kicks off THE Department of Youth and the Turks and Caicos Hotel and Tourism Association (TCHTA), this week, kicked off their Lit’l Chef culinary camp, engaging 17 students from across the TCI. The TCI Hospitality Adventure is expected to offer the students the opportunity to experience a culinary adventure here on the shores of Turks and Caicos, amidst the sun, sand and sea.

This initiative was embarked upon with a desire to build a cadre of skills in the culinary arts profession thus hoping to promote growth within the industry while

simultaneously contributing toward the development of the nation’s youth.

According to the TCI Hospitality Adventure, this is a great way to expose the youth to new foods, new recipes and new cooking techniques. But most importantly give the youth a chance to observe, participate and investigate a profession in the hospitality industry.

Talented Chefs from around the island have volunteered their time to make this week an exciting adventure in the culinary world for these Turks and Caicos youth.

The chefs include Eric Vernice of Beach House,

Max Olivari of Caicos Café, Thomas Musson of Beach House, Wolfgang Von Wieser of Grace Bay Resorts, and Fritz Zwahlen of Amanyara.

The camp ends on Sunday, with the youngsters competing in the ‘Black Box’ event at the Beach House.

From the winners a Lit’l Chef culinary team will be chosen and will attend the ‘Taste of the Caribbean’ 2013 competition, along with the Turks and Caicos Culinary team.

TCHTA’s Executive, Ms. Stacey Cox, said, “This has certainly been a labor of love for the organizing team and the chefs.”

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Jessica Simpson gained a lot of weight due to her pregnancy.

Jessica Simpson is ‘working very hard’ to lose weight LIKE many new moms, Jessica Simpson was eager to get her prebaby body back after giving birth to daughter Maxwell Drew on May 1.

“For me, I really want to do something that is a lifestyle,” Simpson, 31, told PEOPLE later that month. “In the past I’ve been known to yo-yo diet.”

So in late May, the designer started Weight Watchers – for which she’s a spokesperson – and has been focused on losing weight

gradually.

“She understands it’s a process,” a Simpson friend tells PEOPLE, adding that the star is “working very hard and she’s excited.”

As for rumors that there’s a deadline for her to lose her postbaby bulge, a rep for the weightloss company says that’s untrue.

“Weight Watchers is in it for the long haul,” says a spokesperson.

“We’re with her 100 percent as she develops a whole new relationship with food and activity.” (People)

Sylvester Stallone has hired a private investigator to look into the death of his son Sage Moonblood (r.), here with Stallone’s girlfriend Jennifer Flavin.

Stallone hires private investigator to look into son’s death

SYLVESTER Stallone isn’t leaving any stone unturned in figuring out what led to the tragic death of his son Sage Moonblood.

The action star has hired famed private investigator Scott Ross to do some digging and find out what, if anything, was troubling his 36-yearold filmmaker son prior to his death,

Tom Cruise with daughter Suri.

Halle Berry checked out healthy.

Halle Berry rushed to the hospital after suffering head injury on movie set ACTRESS Halle Berry was reportedly rushed to a Los Angeles hospital Tuesday night after suffering a head injury on set.

Sources told TMZ.com that Berry, 45, fell and hit her head on concrete during shooting for the upcoming film, “The Hive.”

She was taken to Cedars Sinai Medical Center by ambulance around 10 p.m., according to reports.

“The Hive” is a thriller starring Berry as a 911 operator working to save the life of a young girl, played

by Abigail Breslin. The film is directed by Brad Anderson.

The set was shut down after Berry’s accident, X17online.com reports.

A rep for Berry said the actress was injured during “a fight sequence.”

“She was taken to the hospital as a precaution, but she checked out healthy and was released,” the rep told TMZ.com. “She’ll continue production as planned.”

Tuesday’s accident isn’t the first time the actress has taken a spill on set.

Last year, Berry broke her foot while filming “Cloud Atlas” in Spain.

In 2003, she broke her arm on set of “Gothika,” and she was hospitalised in 2004 after she was smacked in the head with a lighting prop while filming “Catwoman.”

Lawyer: Cruise did not abandon his daughter TOM Cruise struck back at tabloid reports about his relationship with his 6-year-old daughter, Suri in the wake of his divorce from Katie Holmes.

“The tabloids are at it again, trying to make a buck by publishing more grotesquely false claims about Tom Cruise,” the actor’s attorney Bert Fields said Wednesday.

Fields singled out Life & Style, which he called “a sleazy magazine” for “a bogus cover headline that Suri has been ‘ABANDONED BY HER DAD.’” “That, as anyone knows who saw their photos together yesterday and today, is a disgusting, vicious lie,” Fields said.

according to TMZ. Sage’s lifeless body was found in his Hollywood Hills apartment last Friday, surrounded by “huge” empty prescription pill bottles and cans.

A law enforcement source tells TMZ that there were “more than 60 gigantic bottles, like the ones in pharmacies.”

Additionally, new details have emerged that “several little baggies” of white powder were discovered in Sage’s bedroom.

The powder is currently being tested - and, a police official says, could possibly be cocaine or Vicodin.

Police officials at the scene of the crime at the time said that the death was most likely an accident since no suicide note was found, and foul play was not suspected.

According to TMZ, however,

the elder Stallone has since taken a different stance and is now no longer ruling out foul play, though there is currently no evidence to back those suspicions.

On Tuesday, Ross met with the actor, his brother Frank and an official from the L.A. County Coroner’s Office to discuss the next steps in the investigation, TMZ reports.

The P.I. has reportedly worked with the Stallone family before, a large part of the reason why the actor hired him in the first place.

Ross has also helmed a number of other high-profile celebrity cases, such as the Michael Jackson molestation case and the Chris Brown/Rihanna assault case from 2009.

According to reports, Sage’s mother, Sasha Czack, has her own theories.

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Legal setback to reduce migrant workers in the UK THE HOME Office has suffered a potentially serious legal setback in its efforts to reduce the numbers of migrant workers in the UK. The Supreme Court said ministers could not bar workers unless rules used to do so had been shown to Parliament.

The Home Office said it would act quickly to ensure the judgement requirements were met.

Home Affairs Committee chairman Keith Vaz said the ruling had delivered a “hammer blow” to the current system.

The judgement could have implications for many rejected cases since 2008 - or possibly earlier.

‘UNLAWFUL’ DECISION Supreme Court deputy president Lord Hope said Parliament must see rules before they could be used.

And fellow judge Lord Dyson warned Parliament’s system for overseeing immigration rules may no longer be fit for purpose, given the workload it could now face.

The ruling came in the case of Hussain Zulfiquar Alvi, a Pakistani man who came to the UK in 2003 as a student. He stayed on after his studies to become a physiotherapy assistant.

In 2009, he applied for further leave to remain under revised rules for migrant workers called the Points-Based System. The system, which came into force in 2008, uses points to calculate which migrants have the most skills and would be of most benefit to the UK.

Evangelical churches are growing in popularity in Brazil.

Over a million in “March for Jesus” in Brazil The ruling could have implications for many other migrant worker cases.

The Home Office said Mr Alvi could not stay because he did not have enough skills to earn sufficient points.

But Mr Alvi said the decision was unlawful because Parliament had not actually been shown the specific Home Office-set rules relating to his occupation.

Under a 40-year-old law, Parliament’s Scrutiny Committee must examine all changes to immigration rules.

In its judgement, the Supreme Court said the occupation list which applied to the decision in Mr Alvi’s case was clearly part of the immigration rules that needed to be examined by Parliament, because MPs and peers wanted a say in how immigration was being controlled.

Lord Hope, the lead justice in the case, said he recognised the judgement could create a huge workload for Parliamentarians.

He said: “The situation that has created this problem is so far removed from what it was in 1971 that one wonders whether the system that was designed over 40 years ago is still fit for its purpose today.”

The full implications of the ruling are not yet clear, but legal sources have told the BBC that it could be one of the most important judgements on immigration in a decade.

Lord Dyson, agreeing with Lord Hope’s leading judgement, criticised the modern immigration system.

“It is... a striking fact that the immigration rules are already hugely cumbersome,” he said.

Police allege Idaho man solicited men via Craigslist to rape his wife AN IDAHO man is charged with soliciting men to rape his wife through a posting in the “casual encounters” section of Craigslist.

The 32-year-old Twin Falls man was arraigned Monday on charges of solicitation of rape and burglary.

His bail was set at $100,000. The Associated Press is withholding his name to protect the alleged victim’s identity.

Prosecutors say that without his wife’s knowledge or consent, the man posted a classified ad posing as a woman who fantasized about being raped, and then exchanged emails with the men who responded to arrange the assaults.

Twin Falls police were called to the woman’s house shortly after midnight Thursday and again Saturday afternoon to reports that two different men had broken into the home.

The woman told police a man rang the doorbell early Friday, asked her name and then said: “I’m here for you,” before forcing his way into the house.

The woman said the man chased her through the house. She went into the bedroom to grab a 9 mm gun, but the man grabbed the weapon. The gun went off during the struggle. No one was injured, but she said the man fled.

The woman also fired a shot Saturday and held the uninjured man at gunpoint until police arrived, court records said.

Investigators said the second man told police he was responding to a Craigslist ad.

“The person posting the ad told him she wanted to be forcibly raped as that was a fantasy of hers,” the man told police.

The police report said several emails were exchanged between

the man and the person who posted the ad. The man was then given the address.

“He was told to force his way inside and rape the woman there and not stop no matter how much she resisted,” the report said.

Police said they discovered the emails originated from an email address belonging to the woman’s husband. Officers also searched phones in the house and one belonging to the husband.

Court records say the husband acknowledged setting up the attacks using Craigslist and his email account.

The man’s preliminary hearing is set for July 27.

The allegations are similar to case two years ago in which a man was convicted of using a “rape fantasy” posting on Craigslist to arrange an attack on his ex-girlfriend in Wyoming.

MORE than a million Brazilian Christians have taken part in a “March for Jesus” in Sao Paulo.

Huge crowds thronged through the city’s main avenues, accompanied by floats blasting out gospel music.

The evangelical groups who organised the march described it as the “largest Christian event in the world”.

Brazil has the largest Roman Catholic population in the world, but other Christian churches have grown

enormously in recent decades.

Christians came to Sao Paulo from all over Brazil to join the mass celebration of their faith.

Police estimated that the number of people taking part was at least a million, and organisers said the figure was much higher.

The “March for Jesus” has been held annually since 1993, organised in part as a response to Sao Paulo’s similarly massive Gay Pride event.

(BBC)

Republican presidential candidate, former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney pauses during a speech to the NAACP annual convention July 11, in Houston, Texas

NAACP official says Mitt Romney brought his own black supporters to speech A NAACP official says Mitt Romney’s campaign brought its own black supporters to the civil rights group’s convention last week to give him the appearance of a cheering section.

Hilary Shelton, who runs the NAACP’s Washington office, said the campaign gave him a list of African-American “VIPs” who were flown in to meet with Romney and provide a show of support.

“We were aware that they had people brought in specifically for the campaign,” Shelton told MSNBC. The NAACP audience gave Romney a lukewarm reception, but loudly booed the Republican when he criticised President Obama and his health care law.

Romney later told FOX News that he met privately with “a number of African-American leaders” after his speech who said they were disappointed with the president.

And some scattered cheers and enthusiastic applause were heard during his remarks.

Shelton said these were, in fact, black Republican politicos brought in to support the candidate.

“I’m sure those were the ones [Romney] sat down with because quite frankly, none of the rank and file NAACP [members] met with him,” Shelton said.

Romney spokeswoman Andrea Saul told MSNBC the allegations were “not true.” (NYDailynews.com)

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North Dakota father kills his three young daughters after they rushed to greet him during surprise visit – Authorities Mr Mandela spent the day at home and made no public appearances.

Mandela celebrates ‘quiet’ family birthday Some 12 million children across South Africa have sung a specially composed song as part of official celebrations for Nelson Mandela’s 94th birthday.

It was among an outpouring of well wishes from around the world.

The former South African president is believed to have spent a “quiet” day with family at home in the village of Qunu in the Eastern Cape.

The man fondly referred to by his clan name, Madiba, now only appears rarely in public.

He spent 27 years in jail for leading an armed anti-apartheid campaign and became president in 1994.

Since his retirement from public life, the frenzy that erupts around his birthday each year has only grown - with some South Africans complaining his name has been debased by its association with a proliferation of causes.

‘FAVOURITE FOOD’ The day began with some 12 million schoolchildren singing a birthday song including the line, “We love you father”.

Throughout the day, statements were released by politicians, campaigners and union leaders -

with Human Settlements Minister Tokyo Sexwale urging fellow South Africans to celebrate their fortune to “live in the same country breathing the same air under the same sun with Nelson Mandela”.

Mr Mandela’s granddaughter, Ndileka Mandela, told Sowetan Live that the Mandela family would celebrate with a lunch including Mr Mandela’s favourite food.

“The big lunch will be at 4pm where we will present him with a cake. Our 67 minutes is a way of giving back to him, and that is our birthday gift to him,” she said.

“We will probably have food like [local corn dish] samp and tripe, his favourite food.”

On Tuesday Mr Mandela met former US President Bill Clinton on Tuesday.

Mr Clinton, accompanied by his daughter Chelsea, opened a new library for the No-Moscow Primary School in Qunu, ahead of his meeting with Mr Mandela.

“When I think about Mandela I always think about someone committed to the future,” Mr Clinton said.

US President Barack Obama and his wife, Michelle Obama, also paid tribute ahead of Mr Mandela’s birthday. (BBC)

Tanzania rescue bid as ferry sinks off Zanzibar AT LEAST 24 people have died after a Tanzanian ferry carrying about 280 passengers and crew sank near the island of Zanzibar.

Two of the victims were Europeans, a Zanzibar minister said.

Officials say 145 people have been rescued, but dozens are still missing.

The boat had left the city of Dar es Salaam, mainland Tanzania, earlier in the day.

The navy said it got into difficulty because of strong winds.

“We have so far received 24 bodies, including two Europeans,” Zanzibar’s Transport Minister Hamad Masoud Hamad told reporters.

The BBC’s Aboubakar Famau in Dar es Salaam said the MV Skagit

ferry left the city at 12:00 local time (09:00 GMT) bound for the main island of the semi-autonomous archipelago.

The journey usually takes about two hours.

Thirty-one children are believed to have been on board, our reporter says.

A safety officer at the Zanzibar Port Corporation told Reuters news agency the ferry was now “bottomup”.

Last September, nearly 200 people died when an overcrowded boat with 800 people aboard sank off Zanzibar.

The route between Dar es Salaam and Zanzibar is a busy crossing, popular with both Tanzanians and foreign tourists. (BBC)

A NORTH DAKOTA man killed his three young daughters after they rushed to greet him during a surprise visit and left their bodies tucked in their beds, Wisconsin authorities said in court documents released Thursday.

St. Croix County prosecutors filed a criminal complaint charging Aaron Schaffhausen, 34, with three counts of first-degree intentional homicide.

Each count carries a mandatory life sentence.

Circuit Judge Howard W. Cameron set Schaffhausen’s bail at $2 million Thursday and ordered him to have no contact with the girls’ mother or her immediate family.

Schaffhausen’s attorney, listed in online court records as public defender John Kucinski, didn’t immediately respond to a telephone message left at his office.

Autopsy results showed 11-yearold Amara Schaffhausen, 8-year-old Sophie Schaffhausen and 5-yearold Cecilia Schaffhausen died from “sharp force injury” to the neck.

Cecilia also had been strangled, according to the complaint.

The girl’s mother, Jessica Schaffhausen, and Aaron Schaffhausen divorced this past January. He lived in Minot while the girls lived with their mother in River Falls, a city of 15,000 about 30 miles east of the Twin Cities, in a house she rented from her ex-husband, according to the complaint.

Investigators wrote in the complaint that Aaron Schaffhausen texted his ex-wife around noon Tuesday and asked for an unplanned visit with the girls. The mother thought he was supposed to be

Amara, Cecilia and Sophie Schaffhausen in a Facebook photo. The three girls, ages 5 to 11, were found dead in their home in River Falls, Wis.

working a construction job in Minot but agreed, telling him to be gone by mid-afternoon because she didn’t want to see him.

A Minneapolis Star Tribune report said Aaron Schaffhausen was fired from his job at a St. Paul construction firm on July 5 after he failed to show up for work. The firm had hired him to work on projects in western North Dakota, the newspaper reported. The firm’s sales manager did not respond to an Associated Press email inquiry seeking details.

The girls’ baby sitter told detectives the girls were so excited to see him when he arrived they rushed to him and took him upstairs to show him their things. The baby sitter followed them upstairs, hugged the girls goodbye and left, the complaint said.

About two hours later, Aaron Schaffhausen called his ex-wife.

“You can come home now because I killed the kids,” Jessica

Schaffhausen said he told her.

She immediately called the police, who found no one home when they reached the house. They discovered the girls tucked into their beds, blankets up their necks. All three had what appeared to be dried blood on their faces and a large amount of blood covered the carpet in a bedroom.

Officers detected an odor they thought at first was natural gas. They later discovered a gasoline container had been tipped over in the basement, spilling its contents.

About an hour after he contacted his ex-wife, Aaron Schaffhausen drove into the River Falls Police Station parking lot and surrendered.

Officers noted his shorts were stained with what appeared to be blood. Detectives tried to interview him, according to the complaint, but he said nothing.

The complaint did not say where Jessica Schaffhausen was on Tuesday.

Syria conflict: Ministers ‘killed in suicide attack’ THREE MEN at the heart of President Assad’s defence team have died in a suicide bombing, Syrian state TV says.

The president’s defence minister, brother-in-law and head of his crisis team were at a meeting at national security headquarters in Damascus.

No footage has yet emerged of the attack in which the national security chief and interior minister were also said to have been wounded.

It comes as rebels claim to have launched an offensive on the capital.

For the past three days, rebels have fought with troops in several parts of the city, declaring their operation, entitled Damascus Volcano, a final battle for the capital.

The rebel Free Syrian Army (FSA) and a jihadist group calling itself Lord of the Martyrs Brigade

both said they were behind the security headquarters bombing.

Security sources say the suspected bomber worked as a bodyguard for members of President Bashar alAssad’s inner circle.

As events in Damascus unfolded, a UN Security Council vote on a Western-sponsored resolution threatening Syria with tougher sanctions was postponed until Thursday following a request by UN and Arab League envoy Kofi Annan.

Condemning the violence, Mr Annan urged members of the Security Council to take strong, concerted action to help stem the bloodshed.

“The terrorist explosion which targeted the national security building in Damascus occurred during a meeting of ministers and

a number of heads of [security] agencies,” state TV said.

The BBC’s Lina Sinjab in Damascus says none of the windows of the building appears to be broken.

There is no sign of extra security, she adds.

Gen Daoud Rajiha had been defence minister for less than a year, serving previously as chief of staff, and was on a US blacklist for his role in the suppression of dissent.

He was believed to be an Orthodox Christian - a rarity in the Alawite-dominated Syrian military and government.

Gen Assef Shawkat was married to Mr Assad’s sister Bushra and considered a top security chief and a member of the inner circle of the regime.

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DANNY BUOYS Is looking for a

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Building Materials Ltd

Helper

Wanted To work 5 days. Per week. Minimum wage.

946 4732 XSCAPE SALON & SPA Is looking for a

VACANCIES Wishes to hire persons for the following positions:

APPLIANCE SERVICE TECHNICIAN - Required to services all brand appliances.

TOOL REPAIR TECHNICIAN

- Required to service Makita and all brand power tools. @@Applicants must have at least 5 years minimum trained and working experience in the related field. Must work on own initiative, Must be a High School Graduate and Computer Literate, Must be Punctual & Responsible able to work on your own initiative. @@Have a friendly temperament and be willing to go beyond the call of duty to make customers happy. @@Be able to write and speak English fluently (bi - multilingual is a plus) @@Be wiling to work flexible hours. @@Training will begin on February 22nd, 2012.

INVENTORY CLERK – PLS & GDT

Cosmetologist 6877

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

Contact: 243-6007

WARD’S CONSULTANCY

Acting on behalf of our clients: Casa Blanca Casino, Divas Beauty Center, Southwind Millwork is looking to fill the following positions:

Gardener Barber Bartender Must be willing to work 6 days per week salary $5.50 per hour.

Contact: 345-7512

6878

CARIBBEAN CRUSIN Is looking for

Job Requirements: The Receiving Officer holds a very key position in determining the continued success of the company. The Receiving Officer must think and work strategically at all times as complimentary and within the framework of the strategic goals set by the company through senior management. Having a tremendous grasp of the tactical measures required to successfully achieve set goals is also mandatory. The perspective must always be a healthy one that balances cost effectiveness within the scope of achieving best gross margins, inventory control and also new business opportunities that would take the form of innovative ordering and new department creation and developing. Must possess an A.A, BA Degree or equivalent in the related field.

Salary $2500.00 monthly

ASSISTANT LEAD Job Requirements: Assistant Lead directly supervises Sales Associates in a specific department/s. The Assistant Lead is responsible for the day-to-day management of the store. Duties include supervisory functions such as personnel work, inventory monitoring, budget compliance, sales promotion and financial performance. Assistant Lead is also responsible for ensuring the highest level of customer service throughout the store. He / She is a role model and leader and must solve issues, make informed decisions and manage the workforce and time efficiently and effectively in order to achieve maximum results in the financial, operational processes and people areas.

Must possess a BA Degree or equivalent in the related field.

Salary 2800.00 monthly

SALES CLERKS, SALES ASSOCIATES & SALES PERSONS & CASHIER Applicants Must: @@Have At least 3 years experience or prior working knowledge of the related department. @@Must be a High School Graduate and Computer Literate. @@Must be Punctual & Responsible able to work on your own initiative @@Have a friendly temperament and be willing to go beyond the call of duty to make customers happy. @@Be able to write and speak English fluently (bi - multilingual is a plus) @@Be wiling to work flexible hours. @@Salary $6.50 per hour.

DRIVER

BOAT CAPTAIN

1ST MATE

To work 6 days per hour salary $6.00 per hour.

Applicants Must: @@Be able to write and speak English fluently (bi - multilingual is a plus) @@Be wiling to work flexible hours. @@Be able to work with little or no supervision. @@Salary $6.00 per hour

IT COMPUTER CONSULTANT Applicants Must: @@Have At least 6 years experience or prior working knowledge in the related field. @@Must be possess B.A. degree in IT or related field. @@Must be Consistent, Punctual & Responsible able to work on your own initiative? @@Be able to write and speak English fluently (bi - multilingual is a plus) @@Be wiling to work flexible hours. @@Be willing to work as a team member. @@Salary $2400.00 per month

MASON Applicants Must: @@Have At least 5 years experience or prior working knowledge in the related field. @@Must be Consistent, Punctual & Responsible able to work on your own initiative? @@Be able to write and speak English fluently (bi - multilingual is a plus) @@Be wiling to work flexible hours. @@Be willing to work as a team member. @@Salary $6.00 per hour @@Applications for all positions will be accepted from Belongers only.

CUSTOMS BROKER ASSOCIATE – GRAND TURK Applicants Must: @@Have At least 5 years experience or prior working knowledge in the related field. @@Must be Consistent, Punctual & Responsible able to work on your own initiative? @@Must be responsible and knowledgeable of all Customs related tariff codes @@Be wiling to work flexible hours and meet required deadlines. @@Be willing to work as a team member. @@Salary: $6.00 per hour

IT COMPUTER CONSULTANT Applicants Must: @@Have At least 6 years experience or prior working knowledge in the related field. @@Must be possess B.A. degree or equivalent experience in IT or related field. @@Must be Consistent, Punctual & Responsible able to work on your own initiative? @@Be able to write and speak English fluently (bi - multilingual is a plus) @@Be wiling to work flexible hours. @@Be willing to work as a team member. @@Salary: $2400.00 per month

LABOUERER/ CLEANER @@Must be Consistent, Punctual & Responsible able to work on your own initiative? @@Be able to write and speak English fluently (bi - multilingual is a plus) @@Be wiling to work flexible hours. @@Be willing to work as a team member. @@Salary: $6.00 per hour

FINANCIAL CONTROLLER Applicants Must: @@Have At least 6 years experience in the related field @@Possess a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or CPA. @@Prepare detailed and necessary Financial Reports to Management @@Must be Consistent, Punctual & Responsible able to work independently and able to supervise an accounting team of 5-10 persons @@Be wiling to work flexible hours. @@Be willing to work as a team member. @@Salary: $ 6800.00 per month

Submit Resumes to or collect applications at: 6906

Contact: 341-4992

@@Have at least 5 years experience driving and operating heavy equipment and trucks 2 tons or more @@Must possess a class B – H Turks and Caicos Islands Driver’s License. @@Be able to write and speak English fluently (bi - multilingual is a plus) @@Be wiling to work flexible hours. @@Must be Punctual & Responsible able to work on your own initiative? @@Be willing to work as a team member @@Salary $9.00 per hour

LABOURER/CLEANER

Building Materials Ltd. The Human Resource Department. Email: hr@doitcenterprovo.com

6876

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SAMUEL HARVEY

Waterloo Investment Holdings Ltd.

Is a diversified Group with major interests in the Hospitality Sector.

We manage or own several hotels and the largest marina in TCI.

Currently, we’re looking for a

GENERAL MANAGER The applicant must possess the following: • 5 years experience as a Hotel General Manager with staff over 100 • 3 years experience managing several hotels, resorts and marina for different target groups • Extensive F&B experience, congresses, marina operations • Extensive business development experience • Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management or equivalent required MBA degree desired • Fluency in four languages Belongers need only apply.

Please Submit Detailed Application to: P.O. Box 270 Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands

6899

Is looking for a

Labourer

WANTED Domestic Worker/ Nanny

– salary $5.50 per hour

Waitress

To work 6 days per week salary. $6.00 per hour.

– salary $5.50 per hour

Contact: 941-3212

– salary $10.00 per hour

6894

Cook

– salary $7.00 per hour Cosmetologist – salary $6.50 per hour

2 Laborers

– salary $5.50 per hour

Electrician

Contact: 245-6962

6919

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Government Vacancy PRESS OFFICER

VACANCY NOTICE THE ENVIRONMENT AND HOME AFFAIRS

SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER (Middle Caicos & Salt Cay)

SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

An exciting opportunity awaits you in the Turks & Caicos Islands Government Service for the post of Press Officer. The incumbent in this position must assist Ministries and Departments in communicating with the wider Public Service and citizens. He/ She must be able to participate in a team to ensure arrangements are made to cover press releases, events, conferences, seminars, meetings as well as facilitate coverage for ad-hoc events. The incumbent must contribute to the development and content management of the Government Press Website and Portal; conducts interviews with Public Servants and citizens regarding Government and community issues. The successful candidate must also maintain a database of records inclusive of all Government Press activities and all information disseminated. He/She must also be able to work closely with critical Ministries and Departments as well as Non-Governmental Organizations in case of emergencies to inform and sensitize the public on disaster preparedness. The incumbent must also posses the ability to research, draft and update newsletters, reports, brochures, leaflets and handbooks for the Turks and Caicos Islands Public Service and perform any other related duties as may be required.

An exciting opportunity awaits you in the Turks & Caicos Islands Government Service for the post of Senior Administrative Officer within the Ministry of Environment and Home Affairs on the islands of Middle Caicos and Salt Cay. The incumbent in this position will assist the District Commissioner in overseeing the administration of Government Services under the ‘One Stop Shop’ initiative. He / She will be expected to work closely with the District Commissioner to oversee all administrative, development and operational issues / projects / programs on the island; ensure adherence to rules and guidelines in the effective delivery of Government services; propose, develop, initiate and oversee the completion of viable development plans/ projects/initiatives/programmes; organize and cheer public meetings; oversee the functioning of the various Government Departments; work closely with the police; as well as analyze labour and immigration trends on the island. He / She is also expected to supervise staff members; coordinate Disaster Management Programmes in conjunction with the District Commissioner; act as the Accounting Officer; prepare monthly, quarterly and yearly reports; perform duties as Justice of the Peace, manage the processing and delivery of mails to residents as well as perform any other duties as may be required.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

The position requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communication, Journalism, Public Relations and/or Marketing and at least three (3) years on the job experience to acquire the necessary competencies to respond effectively to the challenges of the job. The incumbent must also possess intermediate Organizational Development, Photography, Videography and Computer Skills. Good working knowledge of the use of Graphic Design Software would be an asset.

The successful candidate must possess an Associates Degree in Public Administration, Business Administration or its equivalent, with at least two (2) years experience working in a similar capacity. The position also must possess a sound knowledge of the operation of Government and development plans and must be able to exercise prudence in handling financial matters.

The applicant must also possess good time management and scheduling skills, sound report and speech writing skills and excellent interpersonal skills.

SALARY: $25,704 - $30,024

For more information on the Job description Please contact the Office of the Human Resource Management Directorate, Telephone 649-946-2801, Extension: 10318 E-mail: recruitment@gov.tc Telephone: 946-2801. All resumes with contact information and two letters of reference and a police certificate should be addressed to the Acting Human Resource Director, Church Folly, Grand Turk. Facsimile: 946-1582

SALARY: $28,512.00 - $32,292.00 per annum For more information on the Job description Please contact the Office of the Human Resource Management Directorate, Telephone 649-946-2801, Extension: 10318 E-mail: recruitment@ gov.tc Telephone: 946-2801. All resumes with contact information and two letters of reference and a police certificate should be addressed to the Acting Human Resource Director, Church Folly, Grand Turk. Facsimile: 946-1582

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 30th July, 2012

ONLY SUITABLE CANDIDATES WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED

APPLICATION DEADLINE: July 27th 2012.

6897

ONLY SUITABLE CANDIDATES WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED

6901

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Bartender To work 6 days

per week. Salary $5.50 per hour.

Contact: 243-7992

6906

GENERAL LABOURER NEEDED To work around yard, washing vehicles and vehicle maintenance. To work 5 days per week including weekends and holidays.

Salary is commensurate with experience.

Contact telephone:

946-5300

6905

WARD’S CONSULTANCY

THE PINNACLE ON GRACE BAY

Acting on behalf of our clients: Night and Day Ltd., PJ’s Barber Shop, Bottom Up is looking for the following persons:

Is looking for

Labourers To work 6 days per week salary commensurate with experience.

contact: 649-946-8671

DOMESTIC WORKER NEEDED

For a private home in Providenciales. Must be hardworking. Must be willing to work 6 days per week.

Salary $5.00 per hour.

Send resumes to: Mrs. Sandra Walkin, email: walkinmarine@ tciway.tc or telephone: 649-946-4411 or 231-3342

Domestic Worker Nail Technicians Kitchen Helper Salary starting at $6.00 per hour.

Contact: 345-7512

6922

Is looking for a

6897

THE ALMENDRO BAR

6907

July 21 - 27, 2012

UNITED CONSULTANT IMMIGRATION SERVICE OLD AIRPORT ROAD, SUITE NO. 1 TEL: 649-346-7875

FARM LABOURER Needed to clean the yard for the Church of God of Prophecy, Middle Caicos salary $5.00 per hour must be willing to work 4 days per week.

Contact: Shirley Smith 246-7169 6903

ROSENTHAL L. GARDINER North Caicos Is seeking to employ a

Farmer To work 5 days per week salary $5.50 per hour.

contact: 246-4692

Acting on behalf of our client: Computer Plus Net

VACANCY NOTICE

• Sales Person • Sales Clerk • Cashier Salary $5.00 per hour

Petition filing for: USA, Canada, Europe, TCI Visa * Work Permit * Naturalization * PRC * Passport * International Drivers License

6889

SALES AGENT

Duties include all aspects of customer service, car rental sales and dealing with E-mail correspondence pertaining to car reservations. To work 5 days per week including weekends and holidays.

Salary is commensurate with experience.

Contact telephone:

946-5300

6904

Video Editor Must possess Bachelor of Arts degree in video production with strong background in marketing, animation, graphics and sound understanding in and proven skill of cameras, lighting and broadcast systems. Need to be proficient in video and graphics software and use of the PC and Mac. Salary $21,600 per year. Minimum 10 years experience.

Email resumes to deandrea@magneticmediacorp.com

DIRECTOR OF CROWN LAND UNIT SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: An exciting opportunity awaits you in the Turks & Caicos Islands Government Service for the post of Director within the Crown Land Unit. The incumbent in this position will be instrumental in leading the reform in Crown land administration and management.

He/She would be expected to provide overall responsibility for organizational management of the Crown Land Unit, coordinate and regulate the use, issuance and disposition of Crown land and fulfill the responsibilities and functions of Director in accordance with the Crown Land Ordinance 2012. The successful candidate would also Develop and implement exemplary processing of land applications and land transactions; ensure that land transactions and are executed in accordance with the law and meet performance targets; direct, supervise, and mentor the staff of the Crown Land Unit ensuring that work is conducted efficiently, transparently and in accordance with the Department’s goals and objectives and the laws of the Islands.

He/She must also Develop, monitor and report on the implementation of the Crown Land Policies, procedures and standards for Crown land administration and perform any other duties as may be required.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE The successful candidate must posses a Bachelors Degree in Property /Estate Management, Land Economics, Surveying or its equivalent with at least five (5) years professional experience, working on land/estate or natural resource management issues, three (3) years of which must be with managerial responsibilities. The candidate must be able to demonstrate sound managerial and administrative abilities and show leadership potential. The candidate must also possess good knowledge of land law and land management and administration practice in the Turks and Caicos Islands (or similar jurisdictions).

SALARY: $43,200 per annum For more information on the Job description Please contact the Office of the Human Resource Management Directorate, Telephone 649-946-2801, Extension: 10318 E-mail: recruitment@gov.tc Telephone: 946-2801. All resumes with contact information and two letters of reference and a police certificate should be addressed to the Acting Human Resource Director, Church Folly, Grand Turk. Facsimile: 946-1582 APPLICATION DEADLINE: July 30th 2012.

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ADEOLA SCHOOL

The Meridian Club On Pine Cay

Is hiring a

Principal of Massage and ONE (1) Beauty School DOMESTIC

• Must be minimum of 15 years of experience in practical of aesthetic, makeup artist; nails technician, facials, massages and experience in Cosmetology • Must be certified master in that field and must be a professional instructor

@ 941-5755 is looking for a

Floor Captain To work 6 days per week salary $7.00 per hour.

Call (649) 941-5613

contact: 946-8877

6870

FAMILY STORE

CULINARIA LTD.

is looking to fill the following positions:

Is looking for the following persons:

BAKER CHEF

Labourer Babysitter Sales Person

RESTAURANT CAPTAIN • Must be willing to work 6 days per week • Salary start at $5.00 per hour

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

6918

Contact: 245-7282

6896

Contact: 946-5885 or email: culinariatci@gmail.com

6912

Responsibilities: • Set up and serve breakfast, lunch and dinner in a fine dining setting.

• Clear tables and service areas following meals.

• Take meal orders.

• Keep dining room and poolside dining area neat and tidy • Set “TEA” in the afternoon • Make guests feel special and welcome • Acquire information concerning items served so as to answer guest questions knowledgeably.

Basic Qualifications: • Must be fluent in English (both verbal and written) and be easily understood by guests.

• At least a high school diploma.

• At least 6 months prior experience waiting tables • Proven experience in the Customer Service industry in a min. 4-star property • Service aptitude and able to work cooperatively with others • Must be neat and tidy and present a positive image • Must have a talent for remembering people and making them feel welcome • Must present a friendly, helpful attitude toward guests.

• Must feel comfortable riding on boats in all weather conditions • Must reside on Pine Cay to be available for breakfast and dinner service and cleanup.

• Must be physically fit and able to lift 50 pounds.

• Must be able to carry a TRAY with food on it.

• Must be willing to work days, nights, weekends and holidays.

Wage: Based on qualifications and experience. From US$6.00/hour

PASTRY CHEF

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

Contact: 241-4061

6914

DA CONCH SHACK

• $5.00/hr – Must be able to lift heavy material of 100lbs+ • Must be able to work early morning and late evenings both on weekdays and weekends - with varying schedules • Applications accepted from Belongers / Turks & Caicos Islanders Only

Farmer

On-site Restaurant Host

Contact C. Rigby

6858

Unskilled Labourer

Is looking for a

The Meridian Club, one of the Turks and Caicos Islands' original and most unique resort experiences is now seeking a qualified

hour. 6 days per week.

Kiwi Connections Ltd.

HARTMAN HANDFIELD

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

WORKER NEEDED Salary $5.00 per

6895

Contact: 232-1970

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

LUC SAINT JEAN

At The Meridian Club on Pine Cay

Salary: $10-12/hr or more depending upon training, experience, work record and capability.

Duties: must be able to create a large variety of tasty desserts, breads and pastries from scratch (4-5 different dessert offerings must be available each day for lunch and dinner and pastries for breakfast). Must be able to do other food preparations and assist in meal preparation. Must assist Executive Chef in overseeing and training kitchen staff, as needed.

Qualifications Required:

Is looking for a

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

Contact: 342-9136

6909

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Executive Pastry Chef

- - - - -

Must have degree in culinary arts from an accredited college or university Minimum of 3 years experience as Pastry Chef in 5 star restaurant. (or equivalent) Must be skilled in handling all duties specified.

Must be willing to reside on Pine Cay, a small private island on a full time basis..

Must furnish health certificate or be willing to undergo medical examination to ensure freedom from communicable disease.

- Must be willing to work weekends, nights and holidays Positions available: October 2012 (Full-time SEASONAL position. The Meridian club closes annually for 3-4 months for maintenance) TCI Citizens only need apply. Applicants should submit: Resume including work history with name(s) of supervisor(s), plus 3 references with telephone numbers and description of how you know each person. A telephone contact for applicant must also be on cover letter or resume; Current Health certificate; Current Police Report and proof of Belongership should accompany resume. Qualified candidates will be called within 2 weeks of receipt of application

Please send letter of interest with resume and other required items to Beverly Plachta via email: manager@meridianclub.com or fax to 649941-7010. Information may also be dropped off in an envelope at TCR Sotheby’s Venture House building near Salt Mills in Grace Bay. 6865

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Career Opportunities

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

Front Office Manager Job Requirements: • Manage and coordinate the daily activities of Front Office for the property, including guest registration, room assignment, billing and check-out procedures.

• Oversea the activities and monitor the performance of the front office staff.

• Prepare and administrate the departmental budget for the front office.

• Handle guest complaints and ensure that all guest issues are resolved.

• Partner with operational departments to ensure execution of special requests.

• Ensure bank and cash handling procedures are maintained.

• Monitor all front office support systems to ensure maximum productivity.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications: • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Business or equivalent experience required.

• Experience: Minimum of five years hotel experience in front office or front services operations with a minimum of three years management experience required. Experience in a hotel with a Diamond Rating or 4 or 5 Star preferred.

Excellent communication and organization skills required.

Qualified Belongers need only to apply Salary Range: Commensurate based on qualification and experience

Assistant Front Office Manager Job Requirements: • Manage and front desk operation, including guest registration, room assignment, billing and check-out procedures.

• Monitor the daily performance of the front office staff.

Supervision duties include training, scheduling, assigning daily tasks, evaluating performance.

• Manage cash banks and monitor cash handling procedures.

• Monitor billing, cashiering and bill adjustment procedures.

• Represent property management in guest issue resolution and decisions related to front office.

• Partner with operational departments to ensure execution of special requests.

• Perform scheduled system checks and daily reporting functions.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications: • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Business or equivalent experience preferred.

• Experience: Minimum of two years guest experience with a minimum of one year related supervisory experience required. Experience in a hotel with a Diamond Rating or 4 or 5 Star preferred. Excellent communication and organization skills required.

Qualified Belongers need only to apply Salary Range: Commensurate based on qualification and experience

Estate Supervisor Job Requirements: • Strong customer and employee relation skills • Strong communication skills (verbal, listening, writingEnglish) • Ability to use standard software applications and hotel systems • Ability to take constructive action without relying on directions from others • Ability to exercise flexibility rather than rigid adherence to procedures in order to accomplish goals • Develops a trusting and respectful business partnership with property ownership • Effective decision-making skills; can choose a course of action amongst options involving uncertainty or risk • Strong problem-solving skills; encourages new innovation solutions when appropriate • Can originate and invent new ways to create a unique guest experience and maximum revenue • Knowledge of overall hotel operations as they affect department • Ability to effectively supervise employee productivity • Financial management skills e.g. ability to analyze P&L statements • Ability to network and build relationships to increase the business Job Qualification: • Bachelors degree in Hospitality related field, and/or experience in high-end luxury resort • Completion of a management training program, management internship.

Belongers need only to apply Salary Range: Commensurate based on qualification and experience

Executive Sous Chef Duties and Responsibilities • Demonstrate a participative supervisory style which promotes effective use of subordinates calculating added value profit return against time and resources invested.

• Meet all company and statutory requirements with regards to food hygiene and employee health & hygiene.

• To remain alert to potential threats to life, safety and security of employees and guests, with particular emphasis being placed on fire prevention, training / awareness, evacuation and emergency procedures.

• To show a positive attitude at all times and promote mutual respect within the Kitchen and through all departments.

• To ensure budgeted food costs are met by structured, conservative buying and produce utilization.

• To keep up to date records for compliance with health & safety regulations.

• To assist the F&B Director to monitor department’s performance against budget and GSTS, communicating feedback and providing appropriate support/action where necessary.

• Help to maintain appropriate levels of staffing, according to business levels and help to ensure staffs are motivated to deliver consistently high levels of guest service.

• To be responsible for the day to day running of the kitchen.

• To assist the F&B Director in the maintaining of food cost percentage through control in wastage, purchasing, storing, portion control.

• To assist the F&B Director in implementing and carrying out the departmental training needs.

• To check mis en place is ready and is to the required standard for service.

• On a daily basis check with the function sheets and liaise with the F&B Director to the duties needed to be carried out that day.

• To be responsible for the writing of menus in the F&B Director’s absence.

• To act in accordance with all Health & Safety and Hygiene regulations and to adhere to the Company’s Health &Safety policy.

Job Requirements • Minimum 5 years experience as Executive Chef.

• Extensive knowledge of International food including Asian, Indian as well as Mediterranean.

• Qualified first aid trainer.

Assistant Director of Finance Job Requirements: • Recognized Accountancy Qualification ACA/ACCA/CIMA/ CPA • Experience working in the finance function in a luxury hotel/resort/club with multiple F&B outlets • Ability to manage periodic close processes and ensure delivery of monthly management information • Balance sheet reconciliation experience including bank accounts • Excellent knowledge of SAP, the hotel accounting software, Opera PMS, Micros POS, and ACCPACC payroll system software.

• Payroll experience preferred.

• Together with the Finance Director, assist External Auditors an annual auditing; ensure audit is performed on time.

• Manage the Finance Department team and oversee their work, including the Assistant Controller, Accounts Payable, Payroll Clerk, Purchasing Manager and Income Auditor.

• Work at times, in specific team project, such as cost improvements, capital investments o the operations, or in assisting the real estate development team.

• Assist Finance Director and Managing Director/General Manager in preparing: o Budgets and Forecasts for the Hotel Operations and tracking budget implementation. At times, assisting HOD directly in tracking their specific budget implementation, including coordinating information requests and queries from HOD. o Staff plan and Compensation.

Belongers need only to apply Salary Range: Commensurate based on qualification and experience

Interested persons can contact our Human Resources Department no later than July 13, 2012 @ (649) 946-5050 Ext. 1050 Email: veronica.clare@gracebayclub.com Fax: (649) 946-5758

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Gansevoort Turks & Caicos

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 to exceed our guests expectations.

Labourer 2-4 years experience working in the maintenance team of luxury properties. Must be able to lift heavy items, work outside, speak and write English, able to speak with guests professionally. Also, all applicants must be prepared to work flexible schedules and holidays to serve our guests.

Salary: $7.00-$10.00 Hourly

Interested applicants can contact our Human Resources Department, Monday through Friday 10am to 5pm. Closing date for all application is July 18th, 2012. 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

IMMEDIATE OPENING Director Of Maintenance Operations BNC Consulting Group is currently seeking to fill the open position of Director of Maintenance for its resort client. The ideal candidate will be highly skilled and have day-to-day responsibility for maintenance operations, which includes defining the resort’s maintenance strategy, designing long and short-range project plans, and delivering results. This individual will be responsible for maintaining all equipment, systems and building components.

Minimum Requirements • Degree in Mechanical Engineering OR minimum 10 years experience as a Project Manager or Maintenance Engineer in a large, luxury hotel/resort • Excellent knowledge of maintenance operations, including mechanical, electrical and water treatment systems, pumps, HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, locks, furniture, paint, wall coverings, tile and other equipment/ work performed by maintenance engineers • Strong knowledge of building codes, and fire, health and safety requirements, as well as current technologies and trends • Ability to maintain maintenance operations at a five-star level.

• Demonstrated ability to lead, train, mentor and develop a maintenance team • Ability to develop and manage strong working relationships at all levels of the organization, as well as with strata owners, external vendors and suppliers • Ability to deliver results under pressure while handling multiple complex projects simultaneously • Excellent initiative, follow up and follow through with a commitment to continuous improvement • Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, Outlook) • Ability to develop, track and manage to budgets

Interested candidates should forward credentials to Bridgette Thomas at bthomas@bnccgroup.com or call 332-2565 for immediate consideration. Candidates must meet the minimum qualifications, possess a clean police record, and be fluent in the English language.

Professional references are required. Compensation for the above position is commensurate with level, experience and education.

CLOSING DATE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED ONLY CANDIDATES MEETING MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS WILL BE CONTACTED.

DOMESTIC

WORKER needed Must be able to work 6 days per week. Must hold a valid drivers license and have transportation.

Salary $5.00 per hour.

Contact: 341-2596

6873

VACANCY

BOAT MECHANIC WANTED • Must have experience in Volvo Penta Engine repairs and upkeep • Must be able to work weekends, holidays, nights and as needed • Must be willing to take on other related duties

Please send CV to: webmaster@ kenardcruises.com or fax: 649-946-8222

6859

FLOWER GIRL Is looking for a

Domestic Worker Required 6 days per week Salary $6.50 per hour.

Contact: Northcote

941 4521

6868

Store Clerk

• To work 6 days per week • Must be energetic, honest, friendly and outgoing • Must be between the ages of 30-50 • Must submit a resume along with a reference from your last employer

Contact: 231-3788

PM - Gas (TCI) Ltd. PM Industrial Gas, a leading producer and distributor of industrial Medical, recreational, and specialty gases, as well as welding And medical products and related equipment, is seeking an experienced and proven leader.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified Candidates for the following position:

Operation Supervisor Duties of this position include: handling, filling and delivery of cylinders; general maintenance of premises and equipment; customer service and quality control; and safety compliance.

Requirements include: at least 5 years relevant experience, a clean police record and driver’s license with a successful drug screen; excellent health mobility, allowing for the handling and delivery of heavy cylinders; at least a high school diploma; possess a good employment track record with demonstrated superior customer service skills, supervision of plant workers and delivery drivers; importing of cryogenics; knowledge of U.S. pharmacopeia standards.

Salary: commensurate with experience.

Applications comprising a letter, resume, references, Police record etc. should be sent to:

The Manager PM - Gas (TCI) Ltd. C/o P.O.Box 127, Richmond House Leeward Highway, Providenciales Tel: (649) 946-4734 0r Fax (649) 946-4732 Email: marsha@misickstanbrook.tc 6908

July 21 - 27, 2012

VACANCY Herzog Caribbean Limited is seeking a qualified individual to fill the following opening. Only candidates who meet the minimum qualification and requirements will be considered.

GENERAL MANAGER

Requires fully qualified

electricians • for commercial and residential installations • Must have at least 10 years experience in the commercial field.

• Salary negotiable depending on level of experience.

Labourer To work 6 days

Please e-mail resume to beenmep@tciway.tc

Contact: 243-4289

6911

per week salary $5.00 per hour.

6858

ASIKK EMPLOYMENT SERVICES

Summary of Duties

On behalf of its clients

This position provides for the general management oversight and direction of all business aspects of Herzog Caribbean Ltd. This includes providing leadership and motivation to promote the consistent execution of standard practices, policies and procedures. Applicant should have a strong knowledge of business plan development and implementation.

Main Duties and Responsibilities: • Responsible for the management and direction of staff for the execution of roadway construction contracts for both government and private owners; • Responsible for management of the quality control process of all products and materials used for roadway and airport projects; • Responsible for the day-to-day liaison with governmental agencies for integrating planned work into the communities without impacting local community activities or traffic patterns; • Responsible for directing staff in preparing bids and estimates for private and public contracts; • Responsible for financial oversight and contract compliance for all awarded projects; • Responsible for regular liaison with Herzog Caribbean Corporate office in the United States; • Responsible for attending meetings both in the Caribbean and the United States to provide business status reports to owners and executives of the company; • Responsible as needed for providing management assistance and direction to other Herzog Caribbean projects in the Caribbean; • Responsible for the overall financial stability and profitability of the business; • Responsible for directing staff in the safe operation of construction equipment’ • Responsible for developing and maintaining an overall safe work environment for employees; • Responsible for managing and directing staff to maintain Cash Flow Operations, (Budget and Financial Controls), Budgeting (Monthly Variance Analysis of actual/ budgets).

• Responsible for directing staff in the development of accounting and financial protocol for the processing of accounts payable and receivables.

Pauline’s Tuff Shop (NC)

1) Experience COOK

To run small restaurant in North. Working 40 hours per week Salary $8.00 per hour and must be hard working and willing to start work early mornings. Contact 2429122 between 11am and 4pm TCI Woodwork (Pls)

(1) Cabinet Maker

Must have strong experience in making

Minimum of an A.A. Degree in Civil Engineering Minimum of 10 years of experience in the construction industry Knowledge of roadway construction and survey Knowledge of hot mix asphalt plant works Knowledge of concrete works Knowledge of safety and quality control Knowledge of tender biddings Strong construction and financial background Proficient in Heavy Bid, Primavera, AutoCad & Microsoft Office Tools

cabinets. This candidate need to be expert with their hands, familiar with various tools and machines, also adept at finish-sanding, staining, sealing wood into a polished product. Salary $9.00 per hour. Contact 242-9122 between 11am and 4pm

LABORER

Must be experienced in keeping the clean the yard clean, speak good English, work 6 days per week $5.00 per hour.

Contact 242-9122 between 11am and 4pm

6884

CHEF POSITIONS NOW AVAILABLE BNC Consulting Group is currently seeking qualified individuals to fill chef openings at all levels.

ENTRY LEVEL COOKS (3)

Academic Qualification and Experience Required:

CHEF DE PARTIE SOUS CHEF (2) (1)

Candidates must be hardworking and dependable. A strong work ethic and keen interest in culinary arts is essential. Fine dining experience within a five-star resort environment is a plus.

The ideal candidates will be team players who enjoy working in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities may include, but not be limited to:

Functional Skills: • • • • •

REASA SHERELLE LOUIS is looking for a

Been MEP Co. Ltd

HERZOG CARIBBEAN LTD.

• • • • • • • • •

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Excellent written and verbal communication skills People management skills Proven track record of successful leadership Excellent negotiating skills Local knowledge of how to successfully do business in the Turks and Caicos and other Caribbean Islands

Please submit resume and completed job application to the attention of Anya Pratt, Human Resources Manager July 27th 2012. Job application forms can be obtained at Herzog Caribbean Limited’s administration office located at C 5-6 Caribbean Place, Leeward Highway or call (649) 941-8007.

6865

• Assisting in the creation and planning of menus and specials • Preparing, seasoning and cooking salads, soups, fish, meats, vegetables and other foods • Participating in the preparation, cooking and baking of menu items • Properly displaying and presenting food as designated by the Executive Chef • Properly receiving, storing and rotating food products in compliance with HACCP standards • Maintaining the cleanliness and organization of all kitchen and food and beverage areas • Monitoring and controlling the maintenance and sanitation of kitchen equipment • Physical ability to lift, carry, move, push or pull heavy items up to 100 lbs • Working in confined spaces with extreme temperatures (hot or cold)

Submit resume to Bridgette Thomas at bthomas@bnccgroup.com for immediate consideration or call 332-2565 for additional information. Candidates must possess relevant skills and experience for consideration. A clean police record and stable work history is required.

Closing Date: Open until filled ONLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED

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July 21 - 27, 2012

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VACANCIES 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 to exceed our guests expectations.

Labourer

2-4 years experience working in the maintenance team of luxury properties. Must be able to lift heavy items, work outside, speak and write English, able to speak with guests professionally. Also, all applicants must be prepared to work flexible schedules and holidays to serve our guests.

Salary: $7.00-$10.00 Hourly

Executive Housekeeper

Report Directly to the General Manager. Responsible for directing and controlling housekeeping operations and staff of the housekeeping department. Co-ordinates between housekeeping staff to inspect assigned areas to ensure standards are met. Establish and/ or implement operating procedures and standards. Plan and coordinate the activities of housekeeping supervisors and their crew. Coordinate inspection or inspect assigned areas to ensure standards are met. Apply human resource management skills, such as hiring, training, scheduling and evaluating performance. Complete financial management tasks, such as setting and adhering to a budget. Handle administrative tasks.

Requirement: A College degree in Hotel or Business Management is an asset. Professional attitude.

Previous experience working in housekeeping is required. Previous supervisor or manager experience is an asset. Basic accounting skills. Good customer service skills. Purchasing and inventory skills is an asset

Sous chef

Report directly to the Executive Chef. A Sous chef will supervise kitchen personnel and all related culinary activities; estimate food consumption and requisition or purchase food; select and develop recipes; standardize production recipes to ensure consistent quality; assist in establishing presentation technique and quality standards; assist in planning and pricing menus; ensure proper equipment operation/maintenance; and ensure proper safety and sanitation in the kitchen. The Chef must have the ability to manage in a diverse environment with focus on client and customer services are essential to success in this role. Previous experience with control food and labor cost, demonstration cooking, menu development, and pricing and development of culinary team preferred.

The ideal candidates will possess an associate’s degree or related culinary degree with four or more years of industry and culinary management experience.

Restaurant Supervisor

Report Directly to the Restaurant Manager. This position is responsible for supervising all activities of the Food & Beverage Departments for the organization. Supervise the activities of restaurant service personnel, Bartenders, Beverage Attendants, Host/Hostess. Creates new opportunities and maximizes existing ones to generate extra revenue. Maximizes profitability by increasing turnover (revenue and covers). Ensures that department’s operational budget is strictly adhered to and that all costs are strictly controlled.

Recommends measures to control/reduce costs. Works closely with the Controller and provisioning in regards to inventory taking, cost control, loading, ordering and storing.

Ensures that all bars are counted after each shift and investigates discrepancies. Assures correct pouring and ensures proper void handling.

Requirements: • High School diploma or College degree in hospitality management, business administration or related field preferred.

• 2-4 years restaurant operational management experience in 4/5 star hotels, restaurants • Fluent in English, both verbal and written. A second language is preferred.

• Experience in supervising a large multi-national staff.

• Extensive knowledge of varying brands and quality of liquors.

• Knowledge of new and old world wines including food and wine pairing.

• Ability to read, interpret and demonstrate the preparation of drink recipes.

• Ability to investigate and solve guest complaints, follow up and meet/exceed guest expectations.

• Extensive knowledge of Micros POS and Opera All applicants must have the following attributes requirements • 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 10am to 5pm. Closing date for all application is July 18th, 2012. 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

CARIBBEAN CRUSIN

ANNY BEAUTY SALON Is looking for a

Is looking for a

Barber To work 6 days per week. Salary $5.50 per hour.

Contact: 243-6197

WANTED

Labourer LABOURER Must be willing to work extended hours. Salary $5.00 per hour. Belongers only need apply.

Fax: 649-941-3446 Application deadline July 21st, 2012

6890

To work 5 days per week salary $5.50 per hour. contact: 649-332-1466

6881

Gansevoort Turks & Caicos

6894

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ASIKK EMPLOYMENT SERVICES on behalf of its clients Pauline’s Tuff Shop (NC)

1) Experience COOK

to run small restaurant in North.

Working 40 hours per week Salary $8.00 per hour and must be hard working and willing to start work early mornings.

Contact 242-9122 between 11am and 4pm

TCI Woodwork (Pls)

(1) Cabinet Maker must have strong experience in making cabinets. This candidate need to be expert with their

hands, familiar with various tools and machines, also adept at finish-sanding, staining, sealing wood into a polished product. Salary $9.00 per hour. Contact 242-9122 between 11am and 4pm

LABOURER

must be experienced in keeping the clean the yard clean, speak good English, work 6 days per week $5.00 per hour Contact 242-9122 between 11am and 4pm.

6884

Government Vacancy COURT INTERPRETER (Providenciales)

SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: An exciting opportunity awaits you in the Turks & Caicos Islands Government Service for the post of Court Interpreter. The incumbent in this position must possess the ability to interpret fluently and simultaneously Spanish into the English Language and English into Spanish in a courtroom setting, as well as being able accurately to translate documents in a timely manner. He/She must have the ability to concentrate and follow verbal instructions as well as assist with clerical and administrative tasks or any other related duties outside of court as may be required.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE The position requires an individual who has studied as well as spoken the English language for a minimum of six (6) years. Applicant must be eighteen (18) years or older, preferably with a Turks and Caicos Islands High School Graduate Diploma.

REMUNERATION PACKAGE SALARY: $18,900 - $20,520 per annum ISLAND ALLOWANCE: $2,160 per annum For more information on the Job description Please contact the Human Resource Management Directorate’s Office, Telephone 649-946-2801, Facsimile: 649-946-1582 Extension: 10318, E-mail: recruitment@gov.tc . All resumes must contain contact information as well as be supplemented by two letters of reference and a police certificate. It should be addressed to the Acting Human Resource Director of the Human Resource Management Directorate Office, Church Folly, Grand Turk.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: July 25th 2012

ONLY SUITABLE CANDIDATES WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED

6882

July 21 - 27, 2012

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Island Fire Supplies Ltd. Requires a fully qualified

Acting on behalf of our clients: North Caicos Contracting, Discount Auto Parts & Tires, Ocean Vibes Scuba and Water Sports Ltd.

fire alarm technician

MANGO BAR & RESTAURANT

Is looking for a

PABLO BARBER SHOP & BEAUTY SALON Is looking to fill the following positions:

Is looking for 3

For commercial and residential installations

Labourer Bartenders 2 Barbers

– salary $5.00 per hour

2 Sales Clerks – salary $5.00 per hour

Tour Desk Agent

Contact: 941-8382

6921

– salary $5.00 per hour

6910

Please fax resume to ifs@tciway.tc

1 Nail Technician

2 Labourers

To work on North Caicos 5 days per week salary $5.00 per hour.

Contact: 241-6340

6920

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

Contact: 345-5473

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

6891

• Must have at least 10 years experience in the installation, repair and maintenance of Fire Alarm Systems including Suppression Systems and Sprinkler Installation.

Knowledge of Gamewell FCI , Simplex and FireLite Systems is a must.

Salary negotiable depending on level of experience.

Contact: 247-0187

6892

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!

and enjoy the Widest circulation in tci

VACANCY NOTICE THE ENVIRONMENT AND HOME AFFAIRS

Government Vacancy

DISTRICT COMMISSIONER (South Caicos & North Caicos

)

AIDE de CAMP

SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: An exciting opportunity awaits you in the Turks & Caicos Islands Government Service for the post of District Commissioner within the Ministry of Environment and Home Affairs on the islands of North Caicos and South Caicos. The incumbent in this position will act as the Central Administrator for the island, oversee activities in either Salt Cay or Middle Caicos and ensure adherence to rules and guidelines in the effective delivery of Government services. He / She will supervise the administration of Government Services under the ‘One Stop Shop’ initiative to make essential services readily available to the people of the islands. This post-holder must be able to propose, develop, initiate and oversee the completion of viable development plans/ projects/initiatives/programmes to ensure the appropriateness and sustainability of the island; organize and cheer public meetings.

The successful candidate will also oversee the functioning of the various Government Departments; work closely with the police and analyze Labour and Immigration trends on the island. He/She will also be expected to supervise staff members; coordinate Disaster Management Programmes; act as the Accounting Officer; prepare monthly, quarterly and yearly reports; perform duties as Justice of the Peace, manage the processing and delivery of mails to residents as well as perform any other duties as may be required.

(Grand Turk)

SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONBILITIES: An exciting opportunity awaits you in the Turks & Caicos Islands Government Service for the post of Aide de Camp. The incumbent in this position would be responsible for providing personal security, delivery of official mail, transport and general assistance to H.E. the Governor and the Deputy/Acting Governor in performing their official duties. The successful incumbent will be expected to transport official visitors and office staff to and from work. He/She will be expected to travel with H.E. the Governor on official trips to the family islands; liaise with the spouse/partner of H.E. the Governor over their official diary and ensure the security of H.E. the Governor and family. The successful candidate would also be responsible for maintaining and organizing the general maintenance of a clean and reliable Government vehicle and office bus and oversee the work of the Governor’s House Handyman and Gardeners. He/She would also be expected to assist the Residence Manager in the preparation for the management of official functions at the Governor’s House, as well as perform any other duties as may be required. This is a high profile and challenging role. Normal civil service working hours will apply although some evenings and weekend work will be required. An overtime allowance will be paid in compensation.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE The successful candidate must possess a Bachelors Degree in Public Administration, Business Administration or its equivalent, with at least two (2) years experience working in a similar capacity. The position also must possess sound knowledge of the operation of Government development plans and must be able to exercise prudence in handling financial matters. The applicant must also possess Project Management Skills, sound report and speech writing skills, excellent interpersonal skills and computer skills.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE The successful candidate must possess a high school diploma with at least two (2) years working in a similar capacity. In addition to the diploma a tertiary level degree would be desirable. The position requires the incumbent to be a mature, responsible and accountable individual who will be expected to maintain high standards and very punctual. The incumbent must be able to pay keen attention to detail and be able to work flexible hours. The candidate must also be physically fit in order to carry out the assigned duties and responsibilities and possess a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

SALARY: $31,536.00 - $36,936.00 per annum Qualifications and experience will be taken into account when determining the starting point on the salary grade. The successful candidate/s will also receive a Responsibility Allowance of $350.00 for overseeing the activities in either Salt Cay or Middle Caicos.

RENUMERATION PACKAGE:

For more information on the Job description Please contact the Office of the Human Resource Management Directorate, Telephone 649-946-2801, Extension: 10318 E-mail: recruitment@gov.tc Telephone: 946-2801. All resumes with contact information and two letters of reference and a police certificate should be addressed to the Acting Human Resource Director, Church Folly, Grand Turk. Facsimile: 946-1582

SALARY $24,000 PER ANNUM

APPLICATION DEADLINE: July 27th 2012.

ONLY SUITABLE CANDIDATES WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED

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APPLICATION DEADLINE: July 24th 2012 ONLY SUITABLE CANDIDATES WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED

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For more information on the Job description Please contact the Office of the Human Resource Management Directorate, Telephone 649-946-2801, Extension: 10318 E-mail: recruitment@gov.tc Telephone: 946-2801. All resumes with contact information and two letters of reference and a police certificate should be addressed to the Acting Human Resource Director, Church Folly, Grand Turk. Facsimile: 649-946-1582 BELONGERS ONLY NEED APPLY

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ASSISTANT MANAGER

Requires

TWO (2) Qualified ACA, ACCA, CPA or ACMA

Required for a Water Sports Company to operate and maintain all computers, accounts and booking systems and to undertake machinery repairs, stock taking must be prepared to work long hours including weekends Applicant must possess excellent interpersonal skills, be self motivated, results oriented and must have at least 5 years experience in tourism industry Salary commensurate with experience and will be in the range of US $24K-US $30K per annum.

For Audit Senior roles experience in audit required salary range: $40,000 - $50,000 per annum apply to: joseph.p.connolly@tc.pwc.com or Telefax: 649-946-4892, no later than August 1st, 2012, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands

Please reply to: The Manager, P.O. Box 97, Caribbean Place, Providenciales, Fax: 649-946-4564 With a copy to The Department of Labour, Providenciales 6882

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ASSISTANT MANAGER • Required for a Water Sports Company to operate and maintain all computers, accounts and booking systems and to undertake machinery repairs, stock taking must be prepared to work long hours including weekends • Applicant must possess excellent interpersonal skills, be self motivated, results oriented and must have at least 5 years experience in tourism industry • Salary commensurate with experience and will be in the range of US $24K-US $30K per annum

Government Vacancy FINANCIAL MANAGER MINISTRY: ALL MINISTRIES

Please reply to:

The Manager, P.O. Box 97, Caribbean Place, Providenciales, Fax: 649-946-4564. With a copy to The Department of Labour, Providenciales

SUMMARY OVERVIEW: 6882

Looking for a

Service Coordinator

To provide specialist tourism services from Providenciales. The successful applicant must be capable of conducting a range of activities within the program including tourism wellness and aerobic services, vacation planning, and special events. The applicant must be well presented, speak fluent English, with excellent computer skills and internet time management, and be capable of maintaining a website and other social media outlets. Also have experience coordinating accommodation and activity options across the different islands, and be comfortable working alone. The applicant must be formally trained in a variety of wellness and fitness disciplines including yoga and pilates, provide their own vehicle, and must be willing to work at a variety of locations for extended hours including early mornings, late evenings & weekends.

Send resume and cover letter to info@amphibious.tc.

The closing date for applications is 3rd August. Job begins October 2012, starting salary $500/week + expenses.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONBILITIES:

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• Develop fiscal policy framework • Respond to queries from the Public Accounts Committee • Advise the Permanent Secretary and the Hon. Minister on policy issues relating to finance • Ensure accurate recording of receipts, payments and income • Providing monthly financial management reports • Ensuring staff development and training • Developing mechanism to manage and monitor income and expenditure • Analyzing department budgets for feasibility • Advising departments on budget adjustment and amendments • Managing the creditors payment settlement system

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE The successful candidate must possess a Bachelors Degree in Finance or Accounting or equivalent. In addition to the degree or professional designation, the position requires specialized training in Budgetary Control, Financial Planning, and Economics analysis, Management Information Systems, Strategic Planning and Team Leadership. The position requires at least eight (8) years on the job experience to acquire the competencies necessary to respond effectively to the challenges of the functions. This is a specialized position that requires frequent use of analytical and reasoning skills and visual dexterity.

• Bachelor in Optometry qualification required and at least 5 years post qualification experience • Both hospital and community optometry practice experience and advantage Salary commensurate with experience ranging from $50K All applicants must be registered with the TCI Health Practitioners Board Belonger Only need apply

SALARY T39 - T43 $39,960 – $43,200 PER ANNUM

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Please send CV to amp@tciway.tc or fax: 649-946-4942

An exciting opportunity awaits you for the post of Finance Manager in one of the TCIG Ministries. The post holder is responsible for the shaping of the government budgetary and financial policy such as revenue generation, cost containment and delivery of other budget targets. Providing advice to the Permanent Secretary and Heads of Department, each Financial Manager is expected to generate results that are deemed satisfactory when:• Proper financial systems and controls are in place and maintained correctly • The Ministry’s budget is kept in balance • Revenue collection is increased wherever possible • Government creditors are paid on time • Other budget targets are met

For more information on the Job Description, please contact the Human Resource Management Directorate Telephone 649-946-2801 Extension: 10321, Facsimile: 649946-1582, E-mail: recruitment@gov.tc . All resumes should be addressed to Mr. Mark Greenway, Director of the Human Resource Management Directorate, Church Folly, Grand Turk. Resumes must include applicants current contact information and be accompanied by two letters of reference and a police certificate. Serving Officers should apply through their Heads of Department.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 24th July, 2012 ONLY SUITABLE CANDIDATES WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED 6871

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VACANCIES

WILFREY & TONY’S BEAUTY SALON Is looking for a

Hairdresser To work 7 days per week. Salary based on commission.

Contact: Margarita Williams at 649-231-0882

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LABOURER

NEEDED

To work 5 days per week.

Must be able to clean yard.

Salary $5.00 per hour Belonger will be give first preference.

Send resumes to P.O. Box 954 6888

DOMESTIC WORKER 649-946-4734

6909

Needed to work 6 days per week salary $5.00 per hour email info@ misickstanbrok.tc or fax:

HAIRWAY TO HAVEN is currently seeking to employ a

Executive Chef Education and Training: • Post secondary degree in Culinary Arts or industry equivalent experience with at least 10 years experience working as an Executive Chef • Fully functional on computer with a full knowledge of Excel, MS-Word and QuickBooks • Deep understanding of menu planning complete with cost analysis, portioning and design.

• Full knowledge of a broad range of inventory control measures with the ability to develop and execute.

• Detailed understanding of all staffing requirements and all paperwork associated with it including work permits and National Insurance.

• Fluent in English both written and oral with a fundamental understanding of French and Spanish • First Aid Training

Skill Requirements: • Extensive experience in the preparation and execution of Mexican and Tex Mex cuisine • Plan and execute special events on or off premise for a diverse clientele.

• Precise knife skills • Execute a large variety of desserts from scratch including cakes, custards, mousses, ice creams, sorbets, and gelatin stabilized desserts • Execute naturally leavened breads and breakfast pastry from scratch • Produce all breakfast, lunch and dinner items with expert precision.

• Cook entire menu on the line during service, including meats to temperature specifications.

• Prepare and execute a variety of specials utilizing seasonality and quality as the catalyst • Be versed in a large variety of cooking techniques to include: braising, sautéing, frying, steaming, poaching, soup making and the Mother Sauces.

• Develop and cost recipes to accurately reflect the long term goals of Somewhere Café and Lounge • Execute a proper sanitation procedure to insure that high quality food is served that accurately represents the Café • Receive food orders from various vendors, checking for quality and pricing.

• Implement training of kitchen staff to encourage growth and success in a positive environment.

• Must have strong interpersonal skills with the ability to both engage staff and guests in conversation • Must be a natural leader with the ability to lead by example, demonstrating at any moment the willingness and ability to do the job of any of those working with and/or under him/her.

• Mediatory and conflict resolution skills with the ability to recognize potential problems in advance.

• Must be able to co-ordinate schedule requirements for a large staff • Must be able to keep detailed records of all employees up to date.

• Demonstrates the ability to multi-task under extreme pressure.

• Strong mathematical skills as it applies to accounting, budgeting, menu costing and recipe conversions • Execute weekly and monthly inventory of items with a focus on budgeting, cost analysis and planning • Maintain a positive environment in the kitchen to encourage growth and diversity within the workplace • Be able to stand on ones feet for extended hours, and be comfortable lifting 50 pounds without physical restrictions.

• Be available to work holidays and weekends with a flexible schedule.

Sous Chef

DOMESTIC

WORKER Contact: 247-0682

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To work 6 days per week. Salary $150.00 per week. Hours are from 9am-7pm.

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Education and Training: • Post secondary degree in Culinary Arts or 8 + years industry equivalent experience.

• Computer literate, functional on Excel, Ms-Word and Quickbooks • Fluent in English both written and oral with a fundamental understanding of French and Spanish • First Aid Training Skill Requirements: Be able to assist the Executive Chef in all capacities to include:

• • • • • • • • • • •

Planning and execution of special events.

Precise knife skills Assist Chef in the preparation and execution of all desserts.

Produce all breakfast, lunch and dinner items with expert precision.

Cook entire menu on the line during service, including meats to temperature specifications.

Execute a proper sanitation procedure to insure that high quality food is served that accurately represents the Café.

Prepare and execute specials based on the Café’s cuisine.

Be versed in a large variety of cooking techniques to include: braising, sautéing, frying, steaming, poaching, and sauce making.

Receive food orders from various vendors, checking for quality and pricing.

Be able to stand on ones feet for 10 hours and be comfortable lifting 50 pounds without physical restrictions.

Be available to work holidays and weekends with a flexible schedule.

Leadership and Managerial Requirements: • Assist Chef in the training of kitchen staff to encourage growth in a positive environment.

• Be sensitive to the needs of staff members and maintain a professional demeanor • Assist Chef in the ordering of food through a variety of vendors • Assist Chef with weekly and monthly inventory of items and work with the Chef to calculate food costs • Maintain a positive environment in the kitchen to encourage growth and diversity within the workplace The Sous Chef should be a natural leader who is seeking to assist others in improving their cooking ability, and also to develop strong people skills.

An ambitious person who is a comfortable communicator with a confident skill set. The Sous Chef needs to be a self starter that can lead the kitchen in the Chefs absence. The right candidate should be able to open the kitchen in the morning, or be the last to leave the kitchen at night. Prioritizing and executing prep items based on needs. He or She will assure that foods are properly labeled with the date and prep item name and consistently rotated, and stored for future use. Oversee and participate in daily cleaning duties as per scheduled by the Chef to maintain a clean safe environment for all employees to work in.

Cook Skill Requirements: Cook eggs and other breakfast items to order to customer’s specification.

Cook lunch and dinner items to order to customer’s specification to include, but not limited to: • Cooking meats to temperature such as hamburgers and steaks • Produce salads, sandwiches, tacos, quesadillas, burritos, fajitas and other • Tex - Mex items that appear on the menu at Somewhere Café and Lounge.

• Assist with prepping foods for service by following recipe standards, strong knife skills and proper sanitation to produce high quality food that accurately represents the Café.

• Work with other kitchen staff members to execute food, prioritize steps, and contribute to the overall team atmosphere of the kitchen.

• Participate in daily cleaning duties as per scheduled by the Chef to maintain a clean safe environment for all employees to work in.

• Cook on the line, during service in a high pressure environment, executing food to order in an ala minute kitchen according to the ticket in a timely manner.

• Be able to stand on ones feet for 8 hours and be comfortable lifting 25 pounds or more without physical restrictions.

• Be available to work holidays and weekends with a flexible schedule.

2 LABORERS 2 DOMESTIC WORKERS • Salary Commensurate with Experience • Belongers Given Preference

Please submit resume, certifications and current police record in person for consideration.

Send resumes to email: chefamy@somewherecafeandlounge.com or telephone: 649-941-8260

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Girls International Festival of Football:

TCI girls impress foreign coaches TURKS and Caicos female football is on the rise as both local teams in the Girls International Festival of Football showed fight. The event was dominated by the highly ranked Bethesda Soccer Club of the USA, but it was no easy task against the local girls.

The TCI Select Team won two games, while the U-15 side showed fight against the older girls and against Bethesda who are ranked fourth in the USA with four of their teams involved in the USA national team set up.

The four- team competition ended with both foreign coaches (Central Pasco United Soccer Association: CPUSA also competed) praising the development and progress of the TCIFA and its female squads.

‘ONE OF THE BEST ASSOCIATION’ Mike Calabreta (Bethesda) said: “The level of play in this country continues to rise at a fast rate. The girls have moved on a great deal since I was last here… and it is clear that they have a love of the game”. Mark Rodrigues (CPUSA) was impressed with the overall set up. “The TCIFA is one of the best associations in the region. They have dedicated and highly skilled staff, excellent coaches and very enthusiastic players, who are improving all the time. It was a pleasure to be here and we will certainly be coming back in the near future.” Both coaches were particularly impressed with the younger girls.

President of the TCIFA Chris Bryan referred to the event as a “success” and thanked all the officials and players for their participation.

Technical Director Matthew Green said that the festival was about development and not results.

“The wins will come in time, Green opined. “Our aim is to prepare our girls for playing against the likes of Jamaica, Haiti and Trinidad and Tobago. There is not one U-20 Women’s national team in the region that could compete with Bethesda SC, so we are proud of what our girls have achieved.”

After the games trophies were handed out to all participants and several MVP awards were given to the star performers during the week.

Amelie Speer was voted MVP for the Select team and Kadine Delphin received the MVP award for the U-15 Team. The overall MVP went to 11 year-old Guerline Hall who impressed everyone with her skills and commitment. Green was proud of all the players during the week, but singled out Hall as the perfect example of what is good about football in the country. “The visiting coaches did not believe me when I told them how old she was. Guerline has great potential; she works hard, and always gives 100% when she steps on the field. She epitomises all the qualities that we try to instill

in our players: passion, pride and commitment”.

ENCOUNTERS In the opening game the TCI U-15 Girls played their hearts out against Bethesda SC. Despite losing 5-0 they gave an excellent account of themselves. Clearly suffering from nerves the young girls found the first half hard going and trailed 4-0 at the break. However, in the second half they took the game to their more experienced opponents and created several chances with Kadine Delphine and Jenny Fleurenvil coming close to scoring. Calabretta, who coaches at Georgetown University, was impressed with the young team saying: “They really gave us a tough game, they pressed us hard and forced us into making errors and they played some attractive football. They have the makings of a great team as they are fearless and they never give up”. Hall gave the performance of her life and drew loud applause from the appreciative crowd. Calabretta added: “That girl is all heart and has some good skills, she is the kind of player that I would want in my college team”.

The second game of the opening day saw the TCI Select team defeat CPUSA by a 1-0 margin. TCI dominated the game with the likes of Tina Hinds, Jacinda Alfrena and Sarah Cenary causing the opposition problems, but despite having many chances they could not break the deadlock until 10 minutes from time when Hinds’ good work on the right wing saw the ball break loose to Cenary who scored from the edge of the penalty box. The TCI girls continued to dominate the game and had several opportunities to make the victory more emphatic, but some excellent saves from the CPUSA goalkeeper kept her team in the game.

The U-15 made a great start to the game and dominated possession in the opening exchanges against CPUSA on the second day. Delphin led the team well and created several opportunities for her team mates. Yarielca De La Cruz almost gave the team the lead, as her long range shot forced the CPUSA keeper into an acrobatic save. De La Cruz then saw her expertly struck free kick come back off the cross bar. The TCI girls continued to press hard but a breakaway goal saw CPUSA score against the run of play. In the second half the U-15’s fought hard for an equaliser as Delphin and Fleurenvil used their pace and skill to good effect.

However, in the dying minutes of the game as the home team pushed up for an equaliser they were caught on the break again and a long range effort managed to evade the goalkeeper’s dive.

The second clash promised to be a close game, but some defensive lapses early on gave Bethesda SC a 3-0 lead against the TCI Select

team. The home side had started well with Christina Hinds almost finding the back of the net in the opening minute. However, poor marking in defence gave Bethesda too much time on the ball and they scored three goals before half time. Some tough talking at half time by Green and Ian Hurdle saw the girls respond well in the second half. Jacinda Alfrena put in another spirited performance and Lilli Fenelus did a great job in midfield restricting the opportunities for the American team. The final score of 4-0 was a bit harsh on the Select team who had competed well.

The final day of play saw the two TCI teams play against each other before the visitors fought it out. The TCI U-15 Girls made an impressive start and dominated play and took a deserved lead as Yarileny De La Cruz scored after receiving Fleurenvil’s exquisite pass, however going a goal behind seemed to wake up the TCI Select team, who struck

The TCI Select team won two of their three games.

back through captain Pekiera Brooks just before the half time whistle. The second half was a very even affair as both teams had several chances to take the lead. The game seemed to be heading for a draw until a controversial refereeing decision decided the game. U-15 captain Delphin was fouled on the edge of the penalty box and rather than give a free kick the referee allowed the game to play on and the Select team broke away with the ball and Brooks used her skills and experience to find

the back of the net with a well placed shot. It was unfortunate that the game ended in such a manner as both teams deserved to get something out of the game. However, the young TCI girls will draw some comfort in the fact that the spectators who attended the games seemed impressed with their attitude and application.

Despite this success the TCIFA will not rest on its laurels as MSC Boca will be visiting the islands in August to play against the U-14 Centre of Excellence Boys.

Josh for Sports

Quitters never win

ROME was not built in a day, but it certainly cannot be destroyed in a second or a minute.

What you spent years building can be destroyed in a moment, but build anyway. Champions are not made overnight. It takes many years of pain, sweat and tears to hone the skills necessary for one to become a champion.

There are no champions that have not been beaten at some stage or time of their life. The difference between an ordinary athlete and a champion is that a person who would become a champion is a person who always bounces back from disappointment, defeat, temporary setback and adversities to overcome, and by their resiliency eventually become conquerors.

Quitters definitely never win and, winners never quit, they retire gracefully. For, no-one of nothing lasts forever.

When you are a champion, all of your competitors are gunning for your crown. Eventually they will get you, either it’s them, time or injury/sickness that will overcome a champion. The saying goes “time is longer than rope”.

DELANO WILLIAMS I have a tremendous amount of admiration for Delano Williams.

He represents the total package when it comes to the desired

up with a hamstring problem, he could have ran at least 19.5s.

Delano has at least another two years to reach that level of speed.

That’s a long way to go. And, yet if you rush the brush, you will spill the paint.

By Joshua Gardiner attitude, dedication, commitment and where resiliency is concerned.

THE BOUNCE BACK KID After Delano’s disastrous performance in London, trying out for the British team, the kid was the epitome of humility and determination to press on to improve his performance in the 200M. JUNIOR OLYMPICS After London, Delano went to Spain and literally defeated the world by winning the gold in this age group.

PRECAUTION Even though Delano won the gold, we must realise that he was definitely not the fastest in the competition in that 200M. The fastest man pulled up with about 10-20 M left. He was leading by some 10 metres. Delano ran a PB of 20.48s. Thus had the Jamaican [20 years old] not pulled

DOMINIQUE MISSICK Last week Dominique won a medal in Mexico in the CAC 2023 age group representing the TCI in the process.

ROSHANO COX Roshano Cox disappointed in the 100M and the 200M, but must continue with his training and prove that he has the qualities and pre-requisites to become a champion.

TERAY SMITH Teray Smith is the TCI/Bahamian/ USA 17-year-old sensation who won gold in the 100M in El Salvador for the Bahamas.

Teray represented us in the past CARIFTA and was coached

by Judith Robinson for some 10 years or so.

PEAS AND PUMPKIN In the meantime, come August Monday at the National Stadium the Peas and the Pumpkin will buck in the pot.

Suspense is in the air. Can you imagine Smith and Williams in the same race? Time will tell.

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Williams celebrates “biggest accomplishment ever” – Leans towards Bolt and Blake’s track club DELANO Williams is not settling with his gold medal at the Junior World Championships. He wants more and has indicated that he might join the Racers Track Club which has world greats: Usain Bolt and Yohan Blake.

"I have seen tremendous talent there, Warren Weir, for example, he just took up the 200 metres this year and ran 19.99 seconds, that's spectacular. That (Racers) is a 200 metres club, so I think I might be leaning to that club," he told the Jamaican media.

Williams’s coach, at his high school Munro College, Neil Harrison,

endorsed the move. "I have to take Delano's interest at heart so I decided the next best place for him would have been Racers. With the likes of Usain Bolt and Yohan Blake... you can't be wrong," Harrison said.

FIRST WORLD TITLE Williams might be a welcomed addition to the club since he placed TCI on the athletic map last Friday when he won the 200M at the World Junior Championships in Barcelona, Spain. He ran another personal best, that of 20.48s to break his national record. His gold medal was a first for TCI at a world championship.

“It feels great to win a world title and be a World Champion. I worked hard for this, so to me I have accomplished a lot,” Williams told the Weekly News. He again stated that he achieved his feat because of his three D's (Discipline, Determination and Dedication). He said that they are working with his G, which stands for his strong belief in the Almighty.

The teenager, who failed in his attempt to qualify for this month’s Olympics when he took part in Britain’s Qualifiers, said that his gold medal performance was his best ever.

“This is my biggest

Delano Williams became TCI’s first World Champion!

He ran 20.48s which is a national record.

accomplishment ever!”

DIFFERENT BLOCKS Williams said that the starting blocks used were not what he was accustomed to and it felt different to him. “I think it (the blocks) caused an effect on my start, so I had to power straight home. The Grand Turk athlete was trailing at the back of the field with about 50 metres to go, but he produced an astonishing burst of speed to close the gap and win the title.

A Jamaican athlete was leading the race, but he pulled up before. To that end Williams pointed out that he “was sorry” that the athlete did not finish.

“When he did pull up I had to continue fighting to reach the finish line.”

He said that he only knew he won when he crossed the finish line and his coach informed him that he did.

Delano thanked his coach, his family, including his mum Ruthe Barton and twin sister Ashley and the entire Turks and Caicos for rallying behind him.

TCIFA teams sweep Florida club

Dorvil scores four in the U-17’s victory

Below from left: Ken James Mullings, LJ Outten, Franco Mompremier, Luis Turbyfield, Preston Burant and James Hamilton (who orchestrated the original trip with Irish Rugby Player, Paul Wallace and Digicel).

Five junior rugby players leave for Ireland The five lucky TCIRFU junior rugby players who are attending the Leinster School of Excellence in Dublin Ireland flew out on Thursday on their trip of a lifetime courtesy of Digicel.

The lucky few are: Franco Mompremier, Luis Turbyfield, LJ Outten, Preston Burant and Kenny Mullins.

They will be attending a weeklong rugby camp in Dublin, Ireland starting on Monday, where they will further their rugby knowledge and skills under the watchful eyes of some of Irelands’ top rugby coaches.

This once in a lifetime opportunity for these young players has been made possible by Digicel’s generous sponsorship as well as private fundraising by the players and their supporters.

The players were all very excited about the possibility of seeing Ireland for the first time as well as learning what players of their own age from other countries are doing in the game of rugby. The

camp is run by the Leinster Rugby Union and is based on the outskirts of Dublin City. Leinster are the current Heineken Cup Champions of European Rugby, so they have a fine rugby pedigree to be able to impart on these budding youngsters.

Joining the players next week will be the TCIRFU's Rugby Development Officer, Jamie Tait, who will be shadowing the coaches during the course to increase his own coaching awareness and skills. He will look to share his knowledge with the many junior players who remain here in the TCI upon his return. It is hoped that with the success of this initial camp, that Digicel will be able to make this an annual event so next year another batch of promising junior players can embark on this fantastic learning experience. According to the local body for those that missed out this year there is still the TCIRFU Junior Tour to Canada which is just around the corner, starting in mid August.

THE TCIFA U-17 Academy Boys have completed an island sweep of the Rockledge Steelers from Florida, USA. The youngsters won 5-2 after the U-20 and the TCI Select team won days before.

Out of the three wins that the TCI footballers recorded during the week, this was perhaps the most pleasing as the team consisted of young players that Head Coach Ian Hurdle has been working with over the last year. The game started off at a frenetic pace with both teams eager to make a good start, but it was the Academy team that got the early breakthrough as Fred Dorvil forced his way into the penalty box before slotting the ball home. However, a poorly defended free kick saw Rockledge equalise through Marcus Scizlow. The Academy restored the lead when Dorvil dribbled round two defenders and unleashed a fierce drive into the bottom corner of the goal. Yet another defensive slip allowed Rockledge back into the game as Mark Mackey got away from his markers and scored a well taken equaliser.

Despite this setback the young Academy team took control of the game in the second half as they followed their coaches’ instructions to be patient and keep passing the ball to tire out their opponents. The tactic worked as the TCI team dominated the second half with Dorvil rounding off an excellent display by scoring two more goals before Jerry Liluce got onto the score sheet with a long range shot.

SPECIAL WIN Coach Ian Hurdle was particularly pleased with the win as it showed that the young team has a good future ahead of them. “All the wins have been special, but this one perhaps

The TCIFA U-17 Academy Boys won 5-2.

more so as it shows we have the players that can compete at a high level. They are young, but if they continue to listen and work hard they can go far.”

The TCIFA president, Chris Bryan, was more than happy with the week’s games saying: “We can put on a good show and play some good football. Thanks must go to all the players, coaches, executive members

and volunteers who have made this event a tremendous success. Our association will continue to give our players, coaches and referees the opportunities to play at a high level so they can benefit from the experience and continue to develop”.

Two awards were given to the TCI Academy players: U-17 Player of the Week – Fred Dorvil and U-20 Player of the Week – Luis Turbyfield.

Grand Turk ready to host Provo in Cricket Challenge ERRION Charles will lead Grand Turk at home against the visiting Provo squad in this weekend’s Cricket Challenge game at the Parade ground.

This game is the annual grudge match between the two teams, with the winner getting bragging rights as to the stronger of the two islands. All cricket fans are invited to come out and support the team of their choice. Organisers will decided if to play a T20 game or a 30-over match this Saturday.

The Grand Turk 14-man squad includes: Errion Charles (Cpt),

Earl Henry (Vice Cpt), Carlton Saunders, Darren Vaswani, Leroy King, Sidney Garland, Harry Chandwani, Kirton Sutton, Fergusson Williams, Michael Baptiste, Jeremy Jones, Oscar Black, Shawn Gayle and Stanley Matthews.

Provo’s shortlisted 14 are: Gareth Butler, Damian St Ange, Christopher Mc Farlane, Damian Young, Nuwan Bodhinayake, Osmond Sicard, Ira Baptiste, Kevaugh Brown, Smijo Devassy, Sean Khan, Sabuton John, Ancell Williams and Douglas Brown.

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