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TCI: British Colonization Revived
#Providenciales, February 22, 2019 – Turks and Caicos – Unfortunately, as preposterous as it may seem, we as Turks and Caicos Islanders are most likely to find ourselves bewildered and wedged between a British and a Haitian Invasion. After many years of dormancy, British Colonization is seemingly about to raise its ugly head again in the 21st century as British parliamentarians seem hell bent on physically overpopulating its colonies and in the process, seizing the political reins by qualifying themselves to vote.
A UK Parliamentary Committee Report calls for more strangleholds and nationally invasive measures to be imposed on it Overseas Territories. Included in this report is one particular demand that is designed to politically emasculate us as a country by diminishing the power of our voters’ franchise with a looming threat of any number of the 66 million Brits from all walks of life once they come to live in the TCI. If that is to become a reality, there will be no more Turks and Caicos for the now Turks and Caicos Islanders.
While it is true that we have been given the right to reside, get employment without work permits, get British Passports and essentially enjoy British Status, that privilege offered to its territories’ citizens does not in any way whatsoever threaten the British cultural or political sovereignty in their country. The rule of reciprocity in this case is tantamount to sovereign rape. History is about to be repeated as British colonization is apparently being given a new shot in the arm.
I quote one of its recommendations, “In its response to this report the FCO should lay out a timetable for this consultation process and set a deadline for phasing out discriminatory elements of belongership, or its territory-specific equivalents” end quote. This initiative would not only allow Brits to live here without immigration restrictions and work without work permits, but would qualify them not only to vote, but to be elected to public office as our premier and other parliamentarians. This atrocity is a sure recipe for an escalation of immigration of Brits to the Turks and Caicos and an emigration of young, qualified Turks and Caicos Islanders to the UK who are now being sidelined and denied suitable jobs in the Turks and Caicos.
While this is a blatant and brazen attempt to physically colonize its territories, impose immoral laws on us such as same sex marriage thereby diluting our constitutional and parliamentary prowess, there is a notable void of any mention by this committee of any representation in the British parliament by Installing Overseas Territories’ Representatives in the British Parliament to ensure that the voice and the interest of the peoples of the Overseas Territories are heard and possibly given some level of adherence.
I should point out here that my vision in both these invasions were ignored and today we are paying the price by not giving credence to visionaries, hence we are perishing daily. In fact, If you were to ask me to produce my UK Passport, I would disappoint you because after all the years, I don’t have one. Unlike some of the elected officials who were first in line to arm themselves with UK Passports to facilitate their ulterior agendas.
More and more and day by day, it is becoming obvious that we need to unite as a people, break the chains of political polarization that is the nemesis of the two party trap that we have been caught in and tap into committed, innovative and visionary minds that can navigate through these turbulent seas of colonialism and globalization on a whole. My people, we must awake and take our country back!
Release: Oswald Skippings
Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands – May 14th, 2024 – The Turks and Caicos Islands Government and Molo Hotel Group reached a pivotal juncture on Monday, May 13th, 2024, with the ceremonial signing of a development agreement at the Premier’s Office on Providenciales. The agreement, which received official Cabinet approval on March 13th, 2024, signifies a steadfast commitment to advancing the economic landscape of the Turks and Caicos Islands.
Molo Hotel Group is a family-owned business, renowned for its distinguished portfolio of high-quality hotels worldwide. The
development initiative encompasses the construction of three distinct IHG branded hotels: InterContinental Turks and Caicos, Kimpton Turks and Caicos and Hotel Indigo Turks and Caicos. Scheduled for completion by 2027, each resort boasts a distinctive design from luxury to laidback sophistication spanning across the shores of Grace Bay Beach.
Kimpton Turks and Caicos – an epitome of luxury lifestyle living, will feature 192 guest rooms including three outdoor pools, a luxury spa and a fitness center. Additionally, seven dining options ranging from a beachfront restaurant to a rooftop bar.
Adjacent to the Kimpton, InterContinental Turks and Caicos will offer 59 classic luxury suites with panoramic ocean views. Mirroring its counterpart, this resort will offer an array of dining options and upscale facilities.
Steps away from the Intercontinental and Kimpton resorts, Hotel Indigo Turks and Caicos will embrace a sense of community and contemporary elegance, offering 56 bedrooms. The resort will feature an onsite restaurant, lobby bar, outdoor pool, and fitness room.
Beyond the realm of hospitality, this development agreement underscores the government’s commitment to fostering economic growth and enhancing employment opportunities in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Molo is partnering with the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College (TCICC) to actively promote hospitality as a career choice and support in developing training programs, career fairs, seminars, workshops, and events to raise awareness about hospitality careers. Molo has committed to provide employment and apprentice opportunities to TCICC students and provide mentoring and practical on property training to students.
The signing event was graced by Hon. Charles Washington Missick, Premier of the Turks and Caicos Islands, Hon. Jamell Robinson, Deputy Premier, Hon. Kyle Knowles, Minister of Public Safety and Utilities, Hon. Rachel Taylor, Minister of Education, Youth, Sports and Culture, Łukasz and Marcin Slominski, Owners of Molo, Ross Morrow, Managing Director Molo, Arik Kono, Vice President Upscale Development for IHG, Dr. Candice Williams, President and CEO of the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College, Angela Musgrove, InvestTCI CEO, Dr. Barbara Ambrister, Chairperson of the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College, Dr. Delores Stapleton- Harris, Vice President of Academic, Vocational and Student Affairs for the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College, Mr. Kevin Baxter, Dean of Technical Vocational Education Training (TVET) and Sheryl McLaughlin, InvestTCI Investment Services Executive.
Commenting on the development agreement, Premier, Hon. Misick, stated “The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signing of
IHG/Molo Hotels is a significant step towards a sustainable future for hospitality in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Three hotels, Kimpton, Intercontinental, and Hotel Indigo, will be introduced, enhancing our tourism product and creating employment opportunities.”
He further added, “Partnerships with the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College and Turks and Caicos Islands Sports Commission are underway, demonstrating the Government’s commitment to developing human capital and elevating tourism offerings. This project will bring economic growth, embrace local talent, and enrich our economy.”
Additionally, Mrs. Angela Musgrove, CEO of Invest Turks and Caicos Islands, emphasized “This collaboration confirms our commitment to fostering economic growth and prosperity within our country. We have worked closely with Molo Hotel Group, and we are confident that this transformative project will further position the Turks and Caicos Islands as a premier destination for travel and investment. Much to our delight, it will also provide opportunities for engagement with our Community College and small business community.”
The Government of the Turks and Caicos Islands, operating through its primary Investment Promotion
Agency, Invest Turks and Caicos Islands, remains committed to attracting and facilitating Foreign Direct Investments to the country by providing a comprehensive suite of services. Through strategic initiatives and targeted promotion, the agency catalyzes sustainable development, driving innovation and small business opportunities across various sectors of the economy.
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