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Notice To Public Servants From The Office Of The Deputy Governor

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#TurksandCaicos, September 19, 2017 – Providenciales

Dear Public Servants,

Following on from communication challenges on the island of Grand Turk where I was charged with the responsibility to lead on the Post Irma Recovery Efforts for the past 10 days, I am pleased to now be able to address you.

First and foremost, I must thank God for his blessings and for sparing all lives across the entire Turks and Caicos Islands during the passage of Hurricane Irma.

Secondly, I must register my profound thanks to all public servants that have played an integral role in assisting with the recovery process thus far, most especially our Permanent and Deputy Secretaries, Department of Disaster Management, Emergency Responders, Police, Customs, Immigration and many other key personnel that have been fully engaged prior to, during and post Hurricane Irma.    Your sacrifice and commitment in the face of having suffered your own personal losses is greatly appreciated.

As the public service is expected to play a key role in the recovery process it is important that the Turks and Caicos Islands Government actively works towards the resumption of services across the entire Turks and Caicos Islands including the reopening of schools.

In this vein, damage assessments have been carried out on government buildings (both owned and leased) and all staff are being asked to return to work on Tuesday, September 19th, 2017 to assist the islands recovery process and to provide critical services to the general public.

As there remains challenges regarding the provision of electricity several buildings have already been equipped with generators and additional stocks are also being procured.   Where there has been significant damage and staff can no longer effectively operate from their previous locations, arrangements are being made to either pool departments or to relocate to new premises.   Kindly contact your Heads of Departments or Permanent Secretaries in this regard.

Kindly note that effective immediately the Turks and Caicos Islands Government will however operate on reduced working hours from 9am to 3pm each day until further notice.

On a final note, I would like to advise that TCIG is closely monitoring the projected path of Hurricane Maria and its possible effect on the Turks and Caicos Islands.   Considering this, I would like to use this opportunity to urge all staff to make the necessary preparations and adjustments to their homes.    TCIG will similarly begin to make the necessary preparations including providing advice on the closure of Government services should the Turks and Caicos remain within the affected path.

Kindly note that a separate announcement will be made regarding the resumption of schools.

Once again thank you for your continued stewardship and dedication as we seek to rebuild our beautiful islands.

Best regards,

Anya Williams

Deputy Governor

Turks and Caicos Islands
Government Press Office

Waterloo Road, Grand Turk

Turks & Caicos Islands

Tel: (649) 338-3924/ 338-3925

Ext: 3924/3925

Email: tcigpressrelease@gov.tc

Web: gov.tc/pressoffice

We are on Facebook: www.facebook.com/pressofficetcig

 

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DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM REGULATIONS INTRODUCES “RATE YOUR RIDE” SYSTEM FOR TOURISTS VISITING THE TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS

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FROM THE MINISTRY OF TOURISM

 

Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, 27th March, 2024 – Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands: The Department of Tourism Regulations is proud to unveil the “Rate Your Ride” system, a new initiative designed to enhance the vacation experience for tourists exploring our picturesque islands.

The “Rate Your Ride” system empowers tourists to provide valuable feedback on the quality of transportation services they receive while visiting the Turks and Caicos Islands. Through an easy-to-use online form, tourists can rate factors such as cleanliness, comfort, safety, and professionalism of drivers, helping us to assure the highest quality of service standards across all modes of transportation.

By participating in the “Rate Your Ride” system, tourists play a crucial role in shaping the future of transportation services in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Their feedback will enable us to identify areas for improvement and ensure that every visitor enjoys safe, comfortable, and convenient travel throughout their stay in the Turks and Caicos.

The code will also be publicly accessible through the cooperation of volunteer drivers who will make the rating code available in their vehicles. Flyers and stickers displaying the code will be distributed at hotels, resorts and airports. The mandated display of these codes is expected to align with the rollout of our tourism regulations in 2025.

For more information about the “Rate Your Ride” system and other initiatives by the Department of Tourism Regulations, please visit gov.tc/tourismregulations/or contact us via telephone at 946-4970 and email at tourismregulations@gov.tc.

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THE DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIOURAL HEALTH SERVICES CONDEMNS RECORDING OF PERSONS WHO ARE IN CRISIS

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FROM THE MINISTRY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

 

Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, 27th March 2024– The Department of Behavioral Health Services is appealing to the general public to refrain from recording and circulating videos of persons who may appear to be experiencing a mental health crisis. Anyone can experience a mental health crisis at some point in their life. According to the World Health Organization, 1 in 4 people will experience a mental health problem in any given year. Persons may struggle with very common conditions such as Anxiety and Depression or be diagnosed with more serious conditions like Bipolar Disorder or Psychosis.

“There are a lot of misunderstandings about various mental health conditions and how they may manifest. In addition, there are a number of negative perceptions and misconceptions that society exhibits towards people with mental health problems. However, just as we would show care and concern for someone diagnosed with Cancer, or any other physical illness, in the same way, we need to be as caring and helpful to persons with mental illnesses”– stated Director of the Department of Behavioral Health Services, Dr. Alicia Malcolm.

The Department is urging the public to call the following numbers if you see someone who appears to be experiencing a mental health crisis:

338-5473/338-3616: Providenciales, North or Middle Caicos

338-3614/338-3612: Grand Turk, South Caicos, Salt Cay

338-6301: Nights and Weekends

If someone is putting themselves or someone else in immediate, serious risk of harm, call 911.

The Department of Behavioral Health services is here to help and provides the following services which are free and confidential:

Location of above services:

o             Sam Harvey Building, Down Town, Providenciales,

o             Primary Health Care Department, Cheshire Hall Medical Center, Providenciales 

o             Department of Behavioural Health, Duncombe Alley, Grand Turk

 

Let’s all do our part in creating a community where people with mental health problems feel respected, supported and cared for. 

For additional information, please visit the Ministry of Health’s Facebook page on https://www.facebook.com/tciministryofhealth/ or the Department of Behavioral Health Services Faceebook on https://www.facebook.com/TCIDBHS/.

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Breaking Ground: TCI Could Lead in Regional Communication Standards

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Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom, 27th March 2024: The PR, marketing, and communications sector is poised for potential growth and could lead the Caribbean region in terms of industry standards says Damian Wilson. Wilson’s suggestion comes after the release of a new research report into the current trends and future direction of the sector as a possible emerging industry in the Turks & Caicos Islands (TCI).

Wilson is the report’s author, which conveys the findings of research which he initiated. “One of the key research results is the considerable optimism by industry practitioners and government alike, with persons seeing growth potential. I believe that we can become regional leaders in this field. I believe that one of the initiatives that could be used to do this is by establishing a ‘TCI Centre of Communications Excellence’ within the TCI Community College. Such an institute would be dedicated to communication and media innovation with a particular focus on digital communications and ICT,” says Wilson.

He further explained, “I believe that the PR, marketing, and communications sector, like much of the country, is at a crossroads and could have an even greater impact on our socio-economic fabric. Some may have concerns about our small size, but I believe this makes us far more agile than our neighbours. All in all, any potential growth must be underpinned by new investments, professional development, and a strategy to integrate the sector into the broader economy.”

Wilson also said that he sees his research as a first step in understanding our own industry sectors in the TCI and would love to see more profound research and analysis conducted. He’s hoping that the report will spark discussion along those lines. The report is entitled ‘Current Trends and Future Direction: A Preliminary Report on the PR, Marketing, and Communications Sector in the Turks & Caicos Islands’. Anyone wanting a copy of the report can contact Damian Wilson via his email, damian.wilson.pr@gmail.com.

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