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In Manchester: Premier Wooing the Diaspora, starts with UK-based Turks and Caicos Islanders
#TurksandCaicos, November 16, 2021 – A program focused on the Turks and Caicos diaspora is in development with the aim to lure islanders back home as investors, professionals and managers in a booming economy, buoyed by remarkable success in tourism.
“We will be putting together a website that would ask anyone in our diaspora – the diaspora is anybody who has any connection to Turks and Caicos either by natural birth or who has been assimilated through other means and who are identified or has a status in TCI – so we are looking to have a diaspora register. Wherever you live in the world; because we want to make sure we know where you are, who you are what your skills are…”
Turks and Caicos is currently managing $1.09 billion in new investments, said the Premier, the bulk of which are derived from foreign interests.
The Premier explained to his guests at the Double Tree by Hilton Hotel in Manchester on Saturday, November 13, that the lucrative career opportunities being created amidst the burgeoning interest in TCI, are not being filled by enough indigenous islanders.
“It is important that the jobs that tourism is throwing off, are the kinds of jobs that you need to think about,” in his attempt to convince the attendees that there is a place and need for their expertise, the Premier added, “One of the things we are going to have to do in Turks and Caicos is draw a bottom line and a line somewhere in the sand and consolidate the gains that we’ve got… I don’t want to say slow things down, but certainly control it so that people like you can have an opportunity.”
The premier admitted that the growing economy was not trickling down fast enough; that socially, many people are
being marginalized.
“What’s happened in the past is that we’re just focused on the quantitative growth; big hotels, more labour, GDP (Gross Domestic Product) growing. The GNP (Gross National Product) is not even being taken into consideration and the GDP per capita, if you look at it, in some cases is steady or declining and the reason for that being there is a small number of people making a significant amount of money and the rest of the people in the middle are just getting by.”
Looking and speaking very grandfatherly to a room filled with brilliant, mainly younger Turks and Caicos Islanders resident in the UK, Washington Misick said his government has started the work of building a Turks and Caicos to which they would want to return.
“These are all issues that, you, in the future have to take into consideration because you’re going to be running this country, our country along with these guys here,” he said pointing to other PNP elected leaders in attendance.
“My job is to create succession planning and leave a better country for you,” explained 71-year-old Misick, who is on his second stint as country leader.
Charles Washington Misick served as Chief Minister of the Turks and Caicos Islands from 1991-1995 and is currently the fifth premier of the Turks and Caicos. The leader of the Progressive National Party, took up office on February 20, 2021 after securing the biggest election victory for the British Overseas Territory.
Miquel Swann, undersecretary at the Office of the Premier informed that some 70 islanders attended the meeting, which lasted three hours.
Also speaking at the gathering, which happened ahead of a British Overseas Territories Joint Ministerial Council Meeting were E. Jay Saunders, Deputy Premier and All Island MP; Shaun Malcolm, All Island MP and Kyle Knowles, Member of Parliament for the Wheeland District.
Turks and Caicos, April 23, 2026 – Officers of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force strengthened community ties through
worship and outreach on Sunday, April 12, with coordinated church engagements in both Grand Turk and Providenciales.
In Grand Turk, officers from the local police station attended a service at the Methodist Church, led by Reverend Frednor Toussaint. The visit was headed by Inspector Jeremy Jones, with Sergeants Marlon Morse and Aquina Martin, along with Detective Police Constable Philip Smith also in attendance.
The service focused on themes of forgiveness and healing, with Reverend Toussaint encouraging congregants to release past burdens and embrace a path toward restoration. Following the service, officers remained to interact with members of the congregation, reinforcing a visible and approachable presence within the community.
At the same time in Providenciales, the Force’s Safeguarding and Public Protection Unit marked Child Abuse Prevention Month with a special church service at the New Testament Church in Blue Hills. Senior leadership was present, including Commissioner of Police Fitz Bailey, Deputy Commissioner Rodney Adams, Acting Deputy Commissioner Kendall Grant and Assistant Commissioner Darron Williams, alongside officers from across various divisions.
The twin engagements reflect ongoing efforts by the police to connect with communities beyond enforcement, using faith-based outreach and public engagement to promote trust, awareness and support across the islands.
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Turks and Caicos, April 23, 2026 – Moments of reflection, laughter and service came together in Grand Turk on April 13 as officers of
the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force took time to honour retired colleagues while continuing outreach across the community.
Officers attached to the Grand Turk Police Station visited several former members of the Force, creating a day filled with nostalgia as the retirees shared memories of their years in uniform. The exchanges were warm and heartfelt, with many expressing appreciation for being remembered and recognised for their contributions to national service.
Among those visited was retired Superintendent Ralph Doughty, noted for his role in establishing the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force Cricket Team. The team also paid visits to former Sergeant Conrad Thomas, former Inspector Benjamin Harvey, Corporal Leroy King, Sergeant George Worrell, Superintendent Marc Henry and Acting Inspector Tomiko Glinton.
The visiting group included Inspector Jeremy Jones, Sergeants Kavin Mars and Aquina Martin, and Constable Hussein Higgs. During the
visits, Superintendent Willet Harvey presented tokens of appreciation to Mr. Doughty and Mr. Glinton in recognition of their service.
The day extended beyond honouring past officers. Welfare checks were also carried out for elderly residents in the community, including Yvonne Lightbourne, Pastor Mary Forbes and Edith Mesa, as officers continued efforts to support and engage with vulnerable groups.
Meanwhile, in a parallel outreach effort, Constables Jeffrey Castillo and Demi Alexis visited the Ona Glinton Primary School, where they led a “Good Touch, Bad Touch” awareness session for children aged four to seven, focusing on personal safety and protection.
The initiative highlights the Force’s continued commitment to community policing—bridging generations of service while maintaining a visible and supportive presence across Grand Turk.
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PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS: Experience Turks and Caicos is pleased to announce that the Turks and Caicos
Islands has been nominated in nine categories in the 2026 World Travel Awards.
These nominations once again underscore the destination’s strength in offering a diverse and high-quality tourism product across our multi-island landscape.
The Turks and Caicos Islands has been nominated in the following categories:
- Caribbean’s Leading Beach Destination
- Caribbean’s Leading Cruise Destination
- Caribbean’s Leading Destination
- Caribbean’s Leading Dive Destination
- Caribbean’s Leading Family Travel Destination
- Caribbean’s Leading Honeymoon Destination
- Caribbean’s Leading Luxury Island Destination
- Caribbean’s Leading Tourist Board
- Caribbean’s Most Romantic Destination
Interim CEO Consultant, Mr. Paul Pennicook, welcomed the nominations.
“The World Travel Awards is widely regarded as one of the most prestigious recognition programmes in global tourism, and the Turks and Caicos Islands has consistently featured among its top honourees. We are delighted to see our destination recognised across key niche areas, which speaks to the dedication of our stakeholders and partners in strengthening and elevating our tourism offerings,” he said.
The Turks and Caicos Islands has won the Caribbean’s Leading Beach Destination award for 11 consecutive years and has also secured the Caribbean’s Most Romantic Destination title for seven consecutive years.
Voting is now open across all regions, with both industry professionals and consumers invited to cast their votes. To participate, visit https://www.worldtravelawards.com/vote and register to vote.
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