Turks and Caicos, July 6, 2026 – Former Turks and Caicos Premier Michael Misick will remain in prison as he appeals his conviction in the Special Investigation and Prosecution Team (SIPT) corruption case after the Court of Appeal refused his application for bail pending appeal.

The Court also denied bail to former Cabinet Minister McAllister Hanchell and attorney Thomas “Chal” Misick, meaning all three men will continue serving their custodial sentences at His Majesty’s Prison while the appeals process moves forward.

The ruling is a significant development in one of the territory’s most consequential criminal prosecutions. It means the convictions remain in effect, and the men will stay incarcerated unless the Court of Appeal later overturns their convictions or otherwise orders their release.

The Court found the applicants had not established the exceptional circumstances required for bail pending appeal. It also determined there was insufficient basis to conclude that the appeals were likely to succeed or that the men would complete most or all of their prison terms before their appeals are heard.

Michael Misick was sentenced in May to four years and 26 days after being convicted on three bribery counts. Hanchell received a three-year sentence for bribery, while Thomas “Chal” Misick was sentenced to four years following his conviction for money laundering.

The convictions followed years of investigations and court proceedings arising from the SIPT inquiry into allegations of corruption involving former public officials and government transactions.

While the appeals remain before the courts, Monday’s decision confirms that the three appellants will continue serving their prison sentences. Their legal challenge now shifts to the substantive appeal, where the Court of Appeal will determine whether the convictions or sentences should be upheld, varied or overturned.

PROVIDENCIALES, Turks and Caicos Islands — Visitors to the Turks and Caicos Islands spent an average of US$7.4 million every day during the first three months of 2026, injecting an estimated US$670.3 million into the economy over a 90-day period, according to the latest Visitor Exit Survey released by Experience Turks and Caicos and the Statistics Authority.

The survey estimates that 205,879 stay-over visitors arrived between January and March, staying an average of 6.5 nights and spending approximately US$501.30 per person, per day, generating total visitor expenditure of US$670,346,428 during the quarter.

The survey found that 84 percent of visitors came from the United States, 88 percent travelled for vacation, and 72 percent said the country’s world-renowned beaches were the primary reason for choosing the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Among survey respondents, Beaches Turks and Caicos Resort accounted for the largest share of reported stays at 16 percent, followed by Club Med (5%), Seven Stars Resort (5%), Ocean Club Resort (4%), The Palms Turks and Caicos (3%), The Ritz-Carlton, Turks and Caicos (3%), Grace Bay Club (2.5%), Windsong on the Reef (2%), Ports of Call Resort (2%), and Royal West Indies Resort (2%). The survey reflects accommodations used by respondents and is not intended as a ranking of all resorts operating in the Turks and Caicos Islands, many of which were represented in smaller percentages.

Overall, the destination earned exceptionally high marks from its guests, with 96 percent rating their Turks and Caicos vacation as either Excellent (66%) or Good (30%).

The survey also identified Generation X travellers (ages 46–69) as the destination’s most enthusiastic visitors, with 70 percent rating their experience as Excellent. Millennials followed at 65 percent, while Generation Z travellers recorded a 61 percent Excellent rating.

The findings further reinforce the Turks and Caicos Islands’ appeal as a luxury destination, with 75 percent of respondents choosing luxury resorts, villas or condominiums for their stay. Most visitors travelled with a spouse or partner (38%) or family members (37%), underscoring the destination’s enduring popularity for romantic getaways and family vacations.

The Visitor Exit Survey provides tourism officials and industry stakeholders with valuable insight into visitor spending, travel patterns, accommodation preferences and overall satisfaction, helping to shape future destination marketing and tourism development strategies.

Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands – Friday, 3^rd July 2026: Residents of Kew Town and neighbouring communities turned out on Saturday, June 27, to access a range of free services and information during the ISU’s Community Outreach Caravan at the Church of God Abundant Life Ministries.

The outreach initiative brought together several government agencies and partner organisations in a single location, providing residents with direct access to health, safety, and emergency preparedness services while creating opportunities for meaningful engagement within the community.

Services available throughout the day included health checks and education, vision screenings, emergency preparedness information, fire safety guidance, and community policing engagement. Participating partners included the Department of Disaster Management and Emergencies, the Turks and Caicos Fire and Rescue Department, the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force’s Community Policing Unit, the Health Promotion and Advocacy Unit, and Menzies Optometry.

The exercise forms part of the ISU’s ongoing community engagement programme, which seeks to strengthen relationships with residents while improving access to public services through collaboration with partner agencies. By bringing multiple service providers together in one location, the initiative offered residents a convenient opportunity to access information, seek advice, and connect directly with agencies whose work supports the well-being of their communities.

The Informal Settlements Unit extends its sincere appreciation to the residents who attended and contributed to the success of the exercise, the partner agencies and organisations that dedicated their time and expertise, and the Church of God Abundant Life Ministries for graciously hosting the event. The Unit remains committed to working alongside communities and partner organisations to deliver initiatives that encourage engagement, strengthen partnerships, and improve access to essential services across the Turks and Caicos Islands.